Head of Spanish
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £170.00 to £210.00 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | E8 1EA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HEADOFSPANISH-260302-7754 |
Summary
Head of Spanish – Transform Language Learning in Hackney
Are you a visionary linguist primed to lead and inspire as a Head of Spanish? This is an extraordinary chance to spearhead Spanish education at one of Hackney’s highest-achieving, values-driven schools. Make a transformative impact in a role designed for dynamic educators energised by both innovation and tradition. If you are passionate about championing language learning, developing teaching talent, and fueling students’ love for Spanish, this rare opportunity awaits.
Join a top-tier, Good to Outstanding Hackney school equipped with phenomenal teaching resources, vibrant language labs, and supportive senior leadership. As Head of Spanish, you will shape a thriving department, mentor ambitious colleagues, and embed a truly global perspective across the curriculum. Our forward-thinking learning environment provides unparalleled scope for your own professional mastery – setting you on a leadership trajectory like no other.
Key Highlights:
• Head of Spanish – lead, innovate, inspire
• Salary: From £170 • £210 Per Day – highly competitive for London
• Prime Hackney location, with strong community ties and excellent transport links
• Ofsted rated Good to Outstanding – rich tradition of academic excellence
• Sector-leading CPD, leadership development, and rapid progression pathways
• Role ideal for established Spanish teachers seeking their first or next leadership post
• Exceptional facilities: cutting-edge language suites, digital learning tools, vibrant classrooms
What You'll Be Doing:
• Leading and expanding the Spanish department with creativity and strategic vision
• Delivering outstanding Spanish lessons across KS3 to KS5
• Inspiring, coaching, and supporting a team of high-potential teachers
• Championing cultural enrichment: language trips, exchange programmes, and competitions
• Analysing and elevating student progress through robust data and interventions
• Collaborating with senior leaders to develop innovative MFL curriculum initiatives
Ideal "Head of Spanish" for this Hackney School:
• Qualified teacher status (QTS) – UK-trained essential
• Proven record of Good or Outstanding lesson delivery and student impact
• Magnetic leadership: able to motivate both students and staff
• Deep subject expertise in Spanish language and pedagogy
• Experience raising attainment and driving academic excellence
• Aspirational, credible professional with vision and resilience
Why Join This Hackney School?:
• Thrive in a truly inclusive, globally-minded school community
• Enjoy an inspirational leadership team who invest deeply in staff development
• Access to world-class CPD, NPQML/NPQSL leadership routes, and bespoke coaching
• Work with passionate colleagues who celebrate language learning at every turn
• Be part of a school renowned for exemplary student behaviour and pastoral care
• Genuine autonomy to shape the future of the Spanish department
If you are driven to empower students and staff alike and ready to direct an ambitious Spanish department in Hackney, apply now to secure a pivotal, long-term leadership role. Your next professional adventure is moments away – interviews commencing this week.
Are you a visionary linguist primed to lead and inspire as a Head of Spanish? This is an extraordinary chance to spearhead Spanish education at one of Hackney’s highest-achieving, values-driven schools. Make a transformative impact in a role designed for dynamic educators energised by both innovation and tradition. If you are passionate about championing language learning, developing teaching talent, and fueling students’ love for Spanish, this rare opportunity awaits.
Join a top-tier, Good to Outstanding Hackney school equipped with phenomenal teaching resources, vibrant language labs, and supportive senior leadership. As Head of Spanish, you will shape a thriving department, mentor ambitious colleagues, and embed a truly global perspective across the curriculum. Our forward-thinking learning environment provides unparalleled scope for your own professional mastery – setting you on a leadership trajectory like no other.
Key Highlights:
• Head of Spanish – lead, innovate, inspire
• Salary: From £170 • £210 Per Day – highly competitive for London
• Prime Hackney location, with strong community ties and excellent transport links
• Ofsted rated Good to Outstanding – rich tradition of academic excellence
• Sector-leading CPD, leadership development, and rapid progression pathways
• Role ideal for established Spanish teachers seeking their first or next leadership post
• Exceptional facilities: cutting-edge language suites, digital learning tools, vibrant classrooms
What You'll Be Doing:
• Leading and expanding the Spanish department with creativity and strategic vision
• Delivering outstanding Spanish lessons across KS3 to KS5
• Inspiring, coaching, and supporting a team of high-potential teachers
• Championing cultural enrichment: language trips, exchange programmes, and competitions
• Analysing and elevating student progress through robust data and interventions
• Collaborating with senior leaders to develop innovative MFL curriculum initiatives
Ideal "Head of Spanish" for this Hackney School:
• Qualified teacher status (QTS) – UK-trained essential
• Proven record of Good or Outstanding lesson delivery and student impact
• Magnetic leadership: able to motivate both students and staff
• Deep subject expertise in Spanish language and pedagogy
• Experience raising attainment and driving academic excellence
• Aspirational, credible professional with vision and resilience
Why Join This Hackney School?:
• Thrive in a truly inclusive, globally-minded school community
• Enjoy an inspirational leadership team who invest deeply in staff development
• Access to world-class CPD, NPQML/NPQSL leadership routes, and bespoke coaching
• Work with passionate colleagues who celebrate language learning at every turn
• Be part of a school renowned for exemplary student behaviour and pastoral care
• Genuine autonomy to shape the future of the Spanish department
If you are driven to empower students and staff alike and ready to direct an ambitious Spanish department in Hackney, apply now to secure a pivotal, long-term leadership role. Your next professional adventure is moments away – interviews commencing this week.