Temporary Teacher of Spanish – Maternity Cover - Heckmondwike Grammar School
Organisations Heckmondwike Grammar School
Hours 0.7
Number of Jobs 1
Location(s) High Street Heckmondwike West Yorkshire WF16 0AH
Position type Temporary
Length of contract Maternity Cover
MPS /UPS
Are you an innovative, enthusiastic and passionate Teacher of Spanish?
Then this will be the job for you.
This post provides a unique opportunity to work within a high-performing and growing 11 to 18 grammar school with a large sixth-form and exceptional students.
We are proud to be Secondary School of the Year for Academic Excellence 2025, Ranked No 1 in the North of England - The Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025.
Department Information
The Modern Languages Department at Heckmondwike Grammar School is a team of experienced and enthusiastic linguists who are passionate about sharing their love of languages and broadening the cultural horizons of the students that they teach. We aim to promote an awareness, understanding and enjoyment of other cultures through a wide range of extra-curricular activities and contacts with native speakers as well as through lessons.
We are a well-resourced department and have access to both Active Teach, Activehub and Kerboodle software to support teaching and learning. We have recently switched to the Edexcel specification at GCSE and continue to follow AQA at A-Level.
We are a department of graduate language teachers, who each specialise in one language to A Level. Pupil voice is strong in the department and pupils feel engaged and supported by staff. The department consists of numerous classrooms and also benefits from a departmental office and language resource area. All rooms have access to the school’s computer network and are equipped with interactive whiteboards.
We are looking to appoint a Teacher of Spanish who is able to teach up to A- level.
For the Modern Languages department at Heckmondwike, commitment, attitude, ideas, potential and enthusiasm are important qualities.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed teacher—whether experienced or an Early Career Teacher (ECT)—who is eager to develop their teaching expertise in an outstanding school.
You will need to:
* believe in our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Excellence and follow our school ethos embedded in our motto of ‘Nil Sine Labore’ - Nothing Without Work
* be a reflective practitioner wanting to develop and hone your craft to the highest level
* be an inspirational teacher who builds excellent relationships and motivates students
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities are outlined in a detailed job description.
In addition to this, teachers at Heckmondwike Grammar School are expected to be effective and reflective professionals who challenge and support all pupils to achieve their best. They should:
* Inspire confidence, build team commitment, and engage and motivate students.
* Think analytically about their work and take positive action to improve the quality of pupils’ learning.
* Encourage high standards of academic and personal achievement.
* Act as positive role models for students.
* Contribute actively to the policies and aspirations of the school and the languages department.
What We Offer
* Motivated, ambitious studentswho are eager to learn and succeed.
* A supportive and creative teamdedicated to student progress.
* Well-equipped, specialist classroomsto enhance teaching and learning.
* A learning-centred schoolwhere best practice is a priority.
* Comprehensive CPD opportunitiesto support professional development and career progression.
* A vibrant, collaborative communityof like-minded professionals.
What You Will Bring to the Role
* Adegree in a relevant disciplineand a recognisedteaching qualification.
* Up-to-date knowledge of the11-18 curriculumand educational best practices.
* A strong classroom presence with the ability toinspire and motivate students from KS3 to KS5.
* EffectiveICT skillsand an understanding of how technology can enhance teaching and learning.
* A willingness to contribute toextracurricular activitiesand the wider school community.
* Confidence in contributing tocurriculum development, including schemes of work and teaching materials.
* Energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for languages.
* Asuitability to work with children, with a commitment to safeguarding and student well-being.
Why Should You Apply?
Heckmondwike Grammar School is a unique learning environment, home to students who are eager to learn, ambitious in their aspirations, and keen to make the most of their educational experience.
We take pride in:
* Ourdiverse school community, which consistently achievesexceptional results.
* A school culture thatsupports students' academic success and personal development.
* Strong relationships between staff and students, creating a positive learning environment.
* High expectations, which drive students to excel.
We also offer:
* Membership of theTeachers’ Pension Scheme.
We look forward to receiving your application
Further information about the school is available on the school website.
Protection of children:
Disclosure of criminal background of those with access to children.
All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure and Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.
Safeguarding Statement:
Heckmondwike Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Full details regarding our Safeguarding Procedures can be found on our website in the Safeguarding section, alternatively, please contact Recruitment to obtain a copy.
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