Spanish Teacher (General Cover Duties)

Job Title: Spanish Teacher (With general cover duties)
Area: Islington, North London
Start Date: ASAP April 2026
Contract Type: End of 25/26 School year
Salary: 160 to 180 per day with rate increase after trial period
Working Hours: 8.40 to 15.45

Brief description:
A high performing secondary school in Islington is seeking a motivated Spanish Teacher to join a well established languages department in a supportive and high expectations environment.

About the school:
This is an outstanding rated secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 18, with a vibrant sixth form. The school promotes strong behaviour, excellent academic standards and a culture of respect, personal development and ambition.

About the role:
You will be responsible for delivering engaging Spanish lessons across KS3 and KS4, teaching from resources provided saving you time to focus on the delivery of the classroom material only. The role also has general cover responsibilities after the May half term.

We’re looking for a dedicated candidate to:

• Plan and deliver high quality Spanish lessons
• Inspire students through creative and structured teaching
• Maintain strong classroom behaviour and engagement
• Work collaboratively within the languages department
• Assess and track pupil progress effectively

Requirements:

• Qualified teacher status or relevant teaching experience
• Ability to teach Spanish at secondary level
• Good knowledge of the UK curriculum
• Strong classroom management skills
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding and vetting checks. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare.