Head of Spanish

Position: Head of Spanish

Location: Northampton

Are you a passionate and dedicated Spanish educator with a flair for leadership? Do you thrive on inspiring students to embrace the richness of the Spanish language and culture? If you're ready to lead our clients schools Spanish department to new heights, we want you to join our team as the Head of Spanish!

Based centrally to Northampton the school have excellent transportation links for both drivers and those that would require to use public transport. Including various bus options, a lovely cycling route to the school and a large car park. They have been rated a ‘Good school’ by Ofsted with great facilities in the school for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a dynamic and engaging Spanish curriculum
• Mentor and support a team of Spanish teachers, providing guidance, resources, and professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practice.
• Promote cross-cultural awareness and appreciation by integrating authentic cultural experiences, literature, and media into the curriculum.
• Oversee the assessment and tracking of student progress in Spanish, ensuring that assessments are meaningful, fair, and aligned with learning objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments
• Monitor departmental budget and resources effectively, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization to support teaching and learning goals.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, and the wider community, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Fully Qualified Teacher status
• Degree in Spanish or a related field
• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, with a deep understanding of Spanish language, literature, and culture.
• Leadership experience or potential, with a track record of effectively managing teams and driving positive change.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Creative and innovative approach to curriculum design and delivery, with a commitment to student-centered learning.

If you're ready to take on the exciting challenge of leading our Spanish department and shaping the future of language education, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join us in fostering a global perspective and empowering students to become confident, culturally competent communicators. Please contact us now by uploading an up to date copy of your CV or emailing Alana on Alana.denton@teachingpersonnel.com

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