Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Teacher (Spanish)

Job Title: Spanish TeacherReports to: KS Coordinator Department & School: Teaching / Broadoaks British SchoolJOB PURPOSETo deliver engaging and high-quality teaching in Spanish, enabling students to develop strong language proficiency, cultural awareness, and confidence in communication. The role aims to instill a lifelong appreciation for languages and foster international-mindedness within the school community.OVERVIEW OF THE ROLEThe Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Teacher will teach Spanish to students across various year groups and ability levels, ensuring progression in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The postholder will also contribute to curriculum design, enrichment activities, and cultural events that promote language learning across the school.RELATIONSHIPSThe MFL Teacher is appointed by the Director of Schools in consultation with the Head of School (HOS), KS Coordinator (KSC), and HR.The MFL Teacher reports directly to the KS Coordinator and, in their absence, to the HOS/Deputy HOS. They will collaborate closely with other teachers, parents/guardians, and external partners such as visiting language assistants or exchange programme coordinators.RESPONSIBILITIESTeaching & LearningPlan and deliver well-structured, interactive lessons in Spanish aligned with the school’s curriculum and learning objectives.Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional learning needs or language support requirements.Promote accurate pronunciation, strong grammar foundations, and practical communication skills in both languages.Integrate cultural content to deepen students’ appreciation of Hispanic cultures.Assessment & FeedbackRegularly assess student progress using a range of formative and summative strategies.Provide high-quality marking and personalised feedback to help students improve.Track and record attainment and effort in line with school policy.Prepare students for internal assessments and any external examinations as required.Enrichment & Extra-CurricularOrganise and lead language clubs, competitions, and cultural days.Support or lead trips and exchange programmes that enhance language learning experiences.Contribute to whole-school events that promote global citizenship and intercultural understanding.Professional PracticeEngage in continuous professional development to enhance subject knowledge and pedagogy.Participate in departmental meetings, collaborative planning, and curriculum review.Uphold the school’s standards for discipline, respect, and integrity in all interactions.SafeguardingPromote and safeguard the welfare of all students in line with the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures.Qualifications & ExperienceRequired:QTS/TRCN certification.Degree in Spanish, or a related discipline (Languages, Linguistics, etc.).Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written).Strong subject knowledge and proven classroom teaching skills.Preferred:Experience teaching in a British curriculum school.Experience preparing students for external language qualifications or assessments.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)1. Student AchievementAt least 80% of students meet or exceed their target grades in Spanish.Demonstrated improvement in language proficiency (listening, speaking, reading, writing) across the academic year.2. Lesson Quality & Preparedness100% of lesson plans submitted on time, showing clear objectives, differentiation, and cultural integration.Achieve a minimum of 90% “Good” or above in lesson observations.3. Engagement & EnrichmentMaintain 90%+ student attendance in language classes.Lead at least one cultural or language-related extra-curricular activity per term.4. Assessment & FeedbackReturn all marked work within 7 working days, with actionable improvement suggestions.Conduct at least two formal assessments per term for each year group taught.5. Curriculum DeliveryEnsure 100% syllabus coverage in both languages by the set departmental deadlines.Incorporate cultural and cross-curricular links in at least one lesson per half term.6. Professional