21 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    20 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    30 March 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Subject

Spanish

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

M1-UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an inspiring and enthusiastic Teacher of Spanish to join our successful Modern Foreign Languages faculty within the context of our strong Catholic ethos. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner who believes in the power of language learning to broaden horizons, deepen cultural understanding and enrich the lives of young people.

The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to outstanding teaching and learning, will enjoy working with young people, and will have high expectations of themselves and their students. They will have the ability to motivate and inspire learners, creating an engaging classroom environment in which students develop confidence, curiosity and a love of languages.

IF YOU ARE:

  • an enthusiastic and reflective teacher
  • a motivated and talented practitioner who can teach Spanish to GCSE (and ideally A Level)
  • someone who teaches with energy and enthusiasm, creating a positive learning environment
  • a teacher with ambition for every student
  • a team player who enjoys working collaboratively
  • a person with strong personal and professional standards
  • a talented teacher with the passion to inspire young people and would like to contribute to the future of this great place of learning, we would be pleased to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability or prior attainment.
  • Collaborative working to support our endeavours to work smarter and achieve an effective balance between home and work.
  • A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
  • Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentoring and coaching.
  • A successful ECT support programme and new staff mentoring.
  • Comprehensive induction programme.
  • Onsite parking.
  • Free Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Teacher pension scheme.
  • Marking policy and Communications policy, both designed to reduce workload.
  • Members of the DfE Staff Wellbeing Charter.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Free use of the college gym.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional documents

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

About St Bede's Catholic College

School type
Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
1315 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Email address
c.walker@stbcc.org
Phone number
01173772200

St Bede’s Catholic College is a great place of learning with a unique culture and climate. Visitors comment on a calm and industrious place where children are stimulated and challenged to develop their talents and encouraged to strive for excellence. Achievement and effort are valued and celebrated. Within and outside the classroom numerous opportunities exist for young people to unlock their talents and develop self-worth, esteem, confidence, resilience and independence.

Children are enthusiastic about life in college and embrace the many opportunities to grow in faith, developing religious understanding and a sense of service. Spiritual and moral development lies at the heart of our work and is a major strength within this vibrant faith community, where every child is valued.

Young people are encouraged to strive for excellence in every aspect of their work. We hold high expectations of ourselves and all those who work within our community and these translate to the children in our care. They are enabled from the early stages to be active, enquiring and critical open-minded thinkers; to be ambitious for themselves and broaden their horizons.

The college has a long-standing tradition of scholarship and academic success. The value of hard work is never underestimated; this, coupled with inspirational and passionate teaching, enables everyone to fulfil their potential and walk tall with confidence.

As important as they are, education at St Bede’s is about much more than examination results as you will discover when you visit this vibrant community where quality is all pervading

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