Surbiton High School - Teacher of Spanish

Summary

Are you a passionate linguist who loves bringing Spanish to life in the classroom? Surbiton High School is looking for an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Spanish to join our vibrant Modern Foreign Languages department.

Detail

Teacher of Spanish (maternity cover)

Start Date: February 2026

Tenure: Maternity, full-time

Salary: Competitive – based on the Surbiton High School Pay Scale.

Are you a passionate linguist who loves bringing Spanish to life in the classroom? Surbiton High School is looking for an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Spanish to join our vibrant Modern Foreign Languages department for a full-time maternity cover starting in February 2026.

You’ll be joining a dynamic team of 16 dedicated linguists, including five Spanish teachers and a Foreign Language Assistant who supports KS4 and KS5 conversation sessions. With excellent results and a rich curriculum that includes cultural trips and inter-school competitions, this is a fantastic opportunity to inspire pupils across KS3, GCSE and A-level.

We’re seeking someone who:

Has a genuine love for teaching Spanish and can deliver engaging, high-quality lessons.

Brings strong subject knowledge and a commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred learning.

Enjoys working collaboratively and values pastoral care as much as academic success.

Why Surbiton High School?

Be part of a community rated ‘Excellent in all areas’ by ISI (2023).

Benefit from a competitive salary and generous staff perks, including complimentary lunches, fee reduction for children, and extensive CPD opportunities.

Get involved in a rich co-curricular programme and lead exciting trips to destinations such as Salamanca, Sevilla and Barcelona.

Help shape larger events like MFL days and evenings that celebrate language learning and connect with the local community.

We’re looking for someone who shares our ethos: to inspire, encourage and empower every pupil and colleague to be the very best they can be.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and fully committed to celebrating and respecting inclusion and diversity throughout our community.

Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and online/social media searches.

Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email

recruitment@surbitonhigh.com