Spanish Teacher

Smart Teachers is recruiting for a passionate and committed Spanish Teacher to join a high-performing secondary academy in Hackney on a full-time, fixed-term basis from now until the end of the academic year (July 2025).

About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a modern languages specialist to contribute to a vibrant and inclusive learning environment, where languages are celebrated and student achievement is consistently high. The ability to teach Spanish up to Key Stage 4 is essential.

• Deliver engaging and well-structured Spanish lessons to KS3 and KS4

• Contribute to the wider Modern Foreign Languages faculty, sharing best practice and resources

• Support pupils of all abilities, helping to raise attainment and build language confidence

• Take part in relevant parent evenings, language-based enrichment or revision sessions (as needed)

• Ensure high expectations for behaviour and achievement are upheld in every lesson

About the school

• A thriving, inclusive academy in East London with modern facilities and an ambitious ethos

• Committed to delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, with MFL a key priority

• Recognised for strong staff-student relationships and exceptional pastoral care

• Outstanding behaviour and a purposeful learning environment across all year groups

• Regular international celebration weeks, enrichment trips and cultural activities

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Spanish Teacher you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
• Experience teaching Spanish up to GCSE level (KS4)
• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for languages
• A reflective, proactive approach to improving practice

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].