Role: Teacher of Spanish and Mandarin
Location: Barnet
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Pay Scale: £150 – £250 per day (depending on experience)
Language opens doors – to careers, cultures, and connections across the globe.
GSL Education is proud to offer an exciting opportunity for a skilled Teacher of Spanish and Mandarin to join a thriving secondary school in Barnet from September 2025. This full-time, permanent position is ideal for a forward-thinking educator who is passionate about delivering high-quality language instruction and nurturing students’ confidence in both Spanish and Mandarin.
This is a school that celebrates linguistic diversity and is committed to offering students a vibrant, inclusive education. As a Teacher of Spanish and Mandarin, you’ll play a key role in helping young learners embrace new cultures and communicate in more than one global language.
Key Responsibilities as a Teacher of Spanish and Mandarin:
• Curriculum Development: Develop and deliver a comprehensive and engaging Spanish and Mandarin curriculum that covers essential topics and language skills, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Effective Classroom Instruction: Provide clear and effective instruction, utilizing innovative teaching methods, technology, and cultural resources to make complex language concepts accessible and relatable to students.
• Student Assessment: Assess student progress through a variety of evaluation methods, including quizzes, tests, oral presentations, and projects, and provide constructive feedback to promote academic growth.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Foster a love for language learning, cultural appreciation, and effective communication skills in students, guiding them towards their academic and personal development, and preparing them for future opportunities in a global society.
• Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a positive and organized classroom environment that encourages active participation, collaboration, and a strong passion for both Spanish and Mandarin among students.
• Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest developments in the field of language education, bringing current industry insights into the classroom and participating in continuous professional development to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Modern Foreign Languages or a related field.
Experience teaching both Spanish and Mandarin at secondary level (or willingness and capability to teach both).
Strong command of the MFL national curriculum and effective assessment methods.
A passion for fostering linguistic confidence and global awareness in students.
Excellent communication, time-management, and team collaboration skills.
A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
GSL Education Offers:
Expert Representation: Receive ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands your professional goals.
Career Development: Gain access to continued learning opportunities and teaching resources.
Flexible Options: We offer roles tailored to suit your availability and long-term ambitions.
Inclusive Recruitment: GSL Education is committed to ethical recruitment and safeguarding practices.
Positive School Partnerships: We work with schools that prioritise modern languages and academic achievement.
Competitive Pay: Benefit from fair, transparent daily rates based on your experience and contract type.
Please note that this role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must meet safer recruitment criteria, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or a willingness to obtain one.
If you're ready to inspire a love of languages and culture as a Teacher of Spanish and Mandarin, click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV. A member of our specialist team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps