Teacher of Spanish

Havering Education Services; Romford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution situated in Romford is seeking a passionate Teacher of Spanish. You will teach students across all age ranges, inspire pupils to excel in Spanish, and contribute to a supportive educational environment. The institution values commitment to teaching and offers career development opportunities. Ideal candidates will engage students with creative and innovative methods while fostering a passion for the subject and prioritizing literacy.

Benefits

Wide range of CPD opportunities

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching Spanish across all age ranges.
• Strong relationships with students.
• Commitment to school ethos.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish to students of all abilities.
• Inspire students to pursue Spanish at GCSE and A-Level.
• Focus on innovative teaching methods.

Skills

Excellent teaching of Spanish

Ability to engage and inspire pupils

Committed team player

Focus on literacy and extended writing

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

• Employer: St Edward’s Church of England Academy
• Contract Term: Fixed term to 31 December 2026 (maternity cover)
• Start Date: Monday 16th March 2026 (or before pending satisfactory references and checks)

St Edward’s Academy is an established and inspiring school. Our mission: To ensure that every student leaves St Edward’s as the best that they can be. Our students will be confident, articulate and culturally aware. We will make sure that we know every child, have the highest expectations of them and are there to support and guide them to success in each sphere of their lives. Our vision is driven by our ethos - that all of our community should live Life in all its fullness. This is our very core, at the centre of all we do. Our mission is achieved through our HOPE values.

Our outstanding Headteacher and leadership team have created a safe and transformative environment for students to learn, develop and thrive. We invite candidates to find out more about the school by visiting our website and joining us for a tour.

The school is a member of the successful Unity Schools Partnership. This post provides a unique opportunity for an outstanding candidate to be part of the successful team at St Edward’s Academy.

We are looking to appoint an inspirational Teacher of Spanish with a passion for accelerating progress within our Spanish department. You will have the ability to teach Spanish across the full age and ability range and will be able to enthuse, engage and motivate our students to achieve their full potential. This is an exciting time to join our journey of improvement and play a key part in transforming the lives of our young people.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent teacher of Spanish who truly is passionate about the subject
• Be a committed team player;
• Have the ability to engage and inspire pupils and build excellent relationships;
• Be committed to the School's ethos;
• Be passionate and ambitious about their own career development.

You will join a friendly and welcoming faculty which is forward thinking, innovative and passionate about their teaching. Spanish is a much-valued subject within the School. We are looking for a driven individual who will inspire our students to take the subject at GCSE and at A-Level and become more confident and curious in their learning.

We are looking for a teacher who loves their subject, loves field work, focuses on literacy as well as extended writing and is a creative thinker and not afraid to try new things.

You will be joining a faculty of equally committed colleagues who are determined to raise standards, generate real student interest in Spanish and ensure students enjoy their learning.

We strongly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers.

As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:

• A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)
• Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme)
• A supportive working environment.

We can offer you excellent career development in a supportive environment.

We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex.

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact Maria Driscoll (Headteachers PA) on [e-mail].

We look forward to receiving your application.

Interviews:

Wednesday 25th or Thursday 26th February 2026

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self‑declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.