Rare Spanish Teacher Vacancy in Reading!

Spanish Teacher | Leading Independent School | Reading

The Opportunity

An exceptional independent school in Reading is seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic Spanish Teacher to join its successful Modern Languages department. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach motivated, capable students in a school where academic achievement, global awareness and cultural understanding are central to everyday life.

You will join a collaborative and forward-thinking staff team that values high-quality language teaching and encourages students to become confident, fluent communicators.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Small class sizes enabling purposeful, interactive learning

• Pupils who are engaged, respectful and academically ambitious

• A strong culture of linguistic excellence and international outlook

• Excellent professional development and career progression

• Opportunities to contribute to trips, exchanges and enrichment

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching Spanish across KS3–KS5

• Preparing students for GCSE and A-Level examinations

• Promoting cultural appreciation alongside language acquisition

• Contributing to curriculum planning and departmental innovation

• Playing an active role in the pastoral and co-curricular life of the school

Who We’re Looking For

You will be:

• A specialist in Spanish with strong subject knowledge

• Passionate about languages, culture and international perspectives

• Able to inspire confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing

• Reflective, organised and keen to work collaboratively

• Committed to inclusive practice and student wellbeing

• QTS, PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification is expected, along with the right to work in the UK.

About the School in Taunton

The school is widely respected for combining academic rigour with a warm and supportive community ethos. Students are encouraged to think globally, challenge themselves intellectually and participate fully in a wide range of enrichment opportunities.

Facilities are modern and well resourced, and staff benefit from strong leadership, professional trust and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.

Salary & Benefits

Salary will be competitive and aligned with the school’s independent pay scale, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Apply

If you are excited about inspiring young people to develop fluency, confidence and a love of languages, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity.