£34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (FTE)
MPR/UPR Pay Scales (Fringe) + TLR2a
Oxted School is seeking an inspiring and innovative Head of Spanish to join our vibrant faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated educator to lead and nurture a dynamic learning environment committed to unlocking the full potential of every student.
As a key leader within the school, this role provides a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching and learning, lead a high-performing team, and ensure outstanding outcomes for our students. You will work closely with the Head of Faculty to develop and promote innovative teaching practices, enrich curriculum provision, and set high standards for staff and students alike. This position allows you to lead on school improvement priorities, manage faculty resources, and foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
Subject Specific Information
Oxted School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Spanish Practitioner to join our thriving Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) department. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students and help them develop confidence, fluency, and a love of Spanish language and culture.
The Spanish curriculum at Oxted School is designed to foster a love of language learning, cultural awareness, and confident communication. It aims to provide all students, including those with SEND, with the opportunity to develop linguistic competence and intercultural understanding, preparing them for life in a global society.
We pride ourselves on the strength of our teaching and learning strategies, our collaborative ethos, and our shared commitment to student success. Our team brings together a range of experience and subject expertise, and we are passionate about delivering high-quality lessons that inspire and challenge our students to reach their full academic potential.
We are seeking a teacher who can deliver consistently excellent lessons and is driven by the ambition to help students achieve the very highest outcomes — A and A* grades at A-Level, and 7–9 grades at GCSE.
Teachers in the department are encouraged to be innovative and reflective in their planning and delivery, using a wide range of up-to-date and relevant resources. Lessons are fully differentiated to ensure that students of all abilities are supported and challenged. We regularly review student groupings and progress to ensure that all students are on track to meet — and exceed — their targets. We are continually refining and developing our schemes of work to reflect the evolving nature of the subject and new specifications. Our faculty is friendly, supportive, and ambitious.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide inspirational leadership to the faculty and ensure excellence in teaching and learning.
- Develop and implement robust curriculum plans and enrichment activities.
- Monitor and evaluate student progress, implementing intervention strategies as needed.
- Lead and inspire professional development within the department.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across THPT schools to share best practices.
- Maintain open and effective communication with parents, carers, and feeder schools.
Who We’re Looking For:
- A qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to CPD.
- Demonstrable experience in improving student outcomes and inspiring staff.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- A passion for creating engaging and effective learning experiences.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.