Spanish Teacher

Lowther Primary School, London, SW13 9AE

29 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  5 January 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  22 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 1 day a week (we can be flexible on the day or two half days)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £27,000.00 to £32,000

What skills and experience we're looking for

It is essential that candidates have:

• excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• strong Spanish speaking and writing skills

• good organisational skills

• the ability to work as a member of a team

It is desirable that candidates have:

• experience of working with children in an education setting

• a commitment to, and a track record of, commitment to their own professional development

• Some knowledge of special educational needs

• A strong interest in working with primary aged children (age 5-11)

As a member of the teaching team at Lowther you will:

• Lead the teaching of Spanish across the school, alongside the class teacher and wider team.

• provide appropriate support for individual pupils in Spanish and assess the children’s learning

• deliver excellent Spanish lessons that engage and enthuse our learners

• support children in their development of speaking, listening and writing in Spanish

This role falls within the category of regulated activity, therefore you will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and a barred list check. Should you receive any cautions or convictions whilst in our employment these must be reported immediately to your line manager.

What the school offers its staff

Lowther is a vibrant primary school, where children grow and learn with confidence, supported by the Lowther School Family. Strong relationships based on respect and trust are at the heart of life in our diverse Lowther community. Our children make creative, inquisitive and happy learners, ready to explore, to challenge themselves and take risks. Children learn determination and resilience through shared experiences inside the classroom and adventures beyond it. We take pride in striving for accomplishment, in academic and creative achievements, performance and sport. Dedicated inclusive support and encouragement from adults and their peers enables all Lowther pupils to discover and develop their own strengths and interests. We are proud that Lowther leavers are confident, independent children, respectful of others and ready for the next stage of their education and the world of tomorrow.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Lowther Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Spanish Teaching Vacancy October 2026.docx.pdf - 204 KB (opens in new tab)

About Lowther Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 244 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Lowther Primary School website
• Email address: b.richardson@lowther.richmond.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02087483984
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lowther-primary-school

Age 3 – 11 Mixed Community 2FE Primary School with Nursery
Current Roll: Pupils 325 and Nursery 52 places
Location: Barnes, Richmond-upon Thames (outer London weighting)
We are at the heart of our local community and have an awareness of the world that encourages respect for everyone’s needs, beliefs and cultures. In this way, Lowther Primary School works to develop happy, confident individuals, who are well motivated, with the skills and knowledge to make their unique contribution to the world.
 

Arranging a visit to Lowther Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email b.richardson@lowther.richmond.sch.uk.

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