Head of Spanish

Required from: September 2026

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Salary: Competitive

If you are an experienced Spanish Teacher who can foster a love of Spanish in your students, then this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Modern Languages department at Blackheath High School.

Spanish is very popular at Blackheath High School and there is a lot of enthusiasm for it. As Head of Spanish, you will ensure this continues, and that students understand the importance of Spanish in the global community.

You will be responsible for teaching Spanish to students of all age ranges from 11 – 18 and will equip students with sound linguistic skills through challenging and differentiated lessons.

Leading by example, you will ensure the smooth and efficient running of the department and inspire and motivate a team of subject specialists through your own passion for the subject.

You will also be working closely with the Head of MFL to embed the MFL department vision and development plan and will contribute effectively to the MFL calendar and running of trips, such as organising and leading regular trips to Spain.

The ability to teach Spanish across the full range of KS3, KS4 and KS5 is essential.

About the School

Founded in 1880 by the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, Blackheath High School is a selective school for girls aged 3–18. We are fortunate to be located on the edge of the stunning Heath and within easy reach of historic Greenwich and Canary Wharf. Following an £18 million investment, our Senior School has been redeveloped to provide state-of-the-art facilities to ensure that our school environment matches the excellent standard of education we provide.

There are many good reasons to work with us. Blackheath High School has a real sense of community, and you’ll be part of it. You’ll be part, too, of the wider GDST family and you’ll be in the company of some of the best and brightest people in independent education. We also offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression

• Access to extensive professional development opportunities

• Training grants for qualifications

• Generous pension schemes

• Free life assurance benefit

• Employee Assistance Programme

• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools

• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket

• A Cycle to Work scheme

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

For further details and an application form, please click the apply button.

Applications must be received by: 18 May 2026 at 9.00am.

Interviews to be held on 20 May 2026.

Blackheath High School and the GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.