Teacher of Spanish

Leeds East Academy, Leeds, LS14 6HA

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  26 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  18 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subjects: Languages, Spanish
• Working pattern: Part time: 2 or 3 days per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS £32,916 to £51,048, per annum, pro rata

What skills and experience we're looking for

Leeds East Academy is a thriving 11-16 school committed to transforming the lives of young people through education. Rooted in values of resilience, integrity, trust, and ambition, the academy fosters an inclusive and supportive environment where every student is encouraged to excel, regardless of their background. As part of the White Rose Academies Trust, the school is dedicated to delivering a world-class education, continuously evolving to meet the needs of itsstudentsand embracing innovative approaches to learning.

Recognised by Ofsted in 2024 for its strong leadership, positive student behaviour, and personal development opportunities, Leeds East Academy has undergone remarkable improvement in recent years. The school is driven by the belief that every child can achieve exceptional outcomes. More than just a place of learning, the academy nurtures and inspires students, equipping them with the skills and character to succeed in life and contribute positively to society.

We are committed to investing in our staff and supporting their continuous professional growth. As part of our Trust, colleagues have access to a range of nationally recognised qualifications from Level 3 to Level 6, fully funded by the organisation. We provide protected time during the working week to enable staff to complete these qualifications successfully, ensuring professional development is both achievable and meaningful. This commitment reflects our belief in nurturing talent and supporting career progression across all roles within the Trust.

Leeds East Academy is part of White Rose Academies Trust, a local trust dedicated to raising aspirations and unlocking the potential of young people across Leeds. Together, we are committed to delivering a world-class education and creating life-changing opportunities for all.

Role:

We are seeking a passionate and inspiring Teacher of Spanish who is committed to delivering high-quality language education and nurturing the academic and personal development of every student. The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm, creativity, and high expectations, contributing positively to a vibrant and inclusive learning community.

Part of White Rose Academies Trust- Leeds East Academy is accelerating on a thrilling journey, which will ultimately seethe school, its staff and its students, secure continued strides for the school and the community that it serves.

We are securing our vision for World Class by growing our family of exceptional education professionals; dedicated specialists and passionate leaders with the shared goal of transforming future prospects for the next generation in West Yorkshire.

The trust currently employs over500members of staff and is responsible for educating and developing almost 4,000 students between the ages of 3 to 16. The trust consists of three secondary schools - Leeds City Academy, Leeds East Academy and Leeds West Academy, and also welcomed its first primary school Alder Tree Primary Academy on 1st December 2020.

We believe the trust is a highly desirable place of work for an ambitious professional, who will be joining one of the most supportive and talented teams in the country.

What the school offers its staff

Terms and Conditions 

All ofour employeesbenefitfrom nationally negotiated terms and conditions including STPCD (teachers) or NJC Green book (support staff). This includes our commitment to the Real Living Wage Foundation.

Long Service Recognition

After 5 years continuous service, support staff will receive 5additionaldays of annual leave entitlement (pro rata).

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working arrangements from term time only, part-time, job share opportunities, as well as hybrid working where possible. Flexible working can also be requested for colleagues undergoing fertility treatment.

Wellbeing

Wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders are available in each of our academies,demonstratingour commitment to, and support for staff.

Family Friendly Policies 

At the heart of ourpolicieswe strive to be family orientated to support work/life balance. This includes a policy to support emergency and special leave whererequired.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

All colleagues and their families have access to Health Assured, a confidential service to support our colleagues with their wellbeing. This includes access to a Health Assured app.

Generous Pensions Schemes

All employeesbenefitfrom wither Teachers Pension Scheme or LGPS.

Eye Test Vouchers

Employees using Display Screen Equipment (DSE) are provided with a free eye test and up to £69 towards selected glasses* ,funded by the trust. If glasses are needed solely for DSE use, the trust will pay. (*Subject to terms and conditions).

Colleague Recognition Schemes

We have a variety of schemes across our schools that allows our staff to berecognised and thanked for their hard work.

Our Commitment to Wellbeing

Through our commitment towellbeingwe have committed to the staffwellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.

Car Parking

Through our commitment towellbeingwe have committed to the staffwellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.

Headspace

We are delighted to offer access toHeadspacewhich is available for free,forall ofour colleagues. Headspace helps you create life-changing habits tosupport your mental health and find a healthier, happier you through science.

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

All colleagues have access to both the Tech Scheme and the Cycle to workscheme, which allows colleagues to spread the cost of these purchases, making NI savings of up to 12%.

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 its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.
Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome, irrespective of
sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

WRAT Recruitment Pack 2026.pdf - 2.79 MB (opens in new tab)

2828 - Job Description and Person Specification - Teacher of Spanish.pdf - 149 KB (opens in new tab)

About Leeds East Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1016 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leeds East Academy website
• Email address: wrat-hr@whiteroseacademies.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/leeds-east-academy

Leeds East Academy is an over-subscribed 11-16 academy that has recently achieved the title of UK Parliament School of the Year. We are a vibrant, diverse and welcoming academy community who are committed to securing our highly ambitious vision of ‘Everyone Exceptional’ for every single member of our wonderful school. Over the last three years the school has been on a rapid journey of transformation which has resulted in significant improvements in attendance, progress, and behaviour. We received a ‘good’ judgement in our 2019 Ofsted inspection and every member of our community is determined to convert this to outstanding and beyond at our next inspection.

We are proud to be an academy who forms part of the High-Performance Learner international community and our vision of ‘Everyone Exceptional’ is underpinned by the principles of High-Performance Learner. The principles simply foster the belief that every child can and will perform highly and are able to excel both academically and personally within the right climate and culture. We have worked closely with our academy community to develop a culture and climate in which both staff and students can flourish.

Our academy is committed to delivering an outstanding education to each and every one of our students. We provide exceptional life training; harnessing the skills and fortifying the aspirations of young people, who we know will transform the region and provide a positive, progressive contribution to society.

White Rose Academies Trust is a local trust dedicated to raising and fulfilling the ambitions of young people. Our academies throughout Leeds are at the heart of the communities they serve, which is why we are committed to delivering an outstanding education to every one of our students.

Arranging a visit to Leeds East Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email wrat-hr@whiteroseacademies.org.

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