Head of Spanish – Take Spanish to New Heights in Outstanding Barnet School

This is your invitation to redefine the future of Spanish education in one of Barnet’s most ambitious schools! As Head of Spanish, you’ll energise learners, invigorate curriculum design, and play a pivotal role in forging a thriving, dynamic language department. We seek a driven, creative, and visionary classroom leader ready to inspire a love for Spanish across all key stages—someone who aspires to make an outstanding mark, championing language and culture in a diverse school community.

As Head of Spanish, you’ll enjoy unparalleled professional growth within a high-achieving school that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and world-class CPD. You’ll join a team with a passion for linguistic excellence, benefitting from cutting-edge technology, an inclusive ethos, top-tier resources, and a culture of ambition. Whether you’re an established middle leader or an exceptional MFL teacher primed for promotion, this Head of Spanish role is your passport to leadership success, within an environment that celebrates talent, impact, and aspiration.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Spanish post in an acclaimed, Good-to-Outstanding Barnet school
• Competitive pay: Up to £200 Per Day DOE – reflect your calibre and experience
• State-of-the-art languages block with immersive learning facilities
• Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' for behaviour and 'Good' overall
• Exceptional CPD and rapid leadership progression
• Ideal for proven MFL leaders or ambitious Spanish specialists with a vision
• Dynamic, vibrant school culture with superb student engagement and support

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading the Spanish department and supporting the growth of a talented MFL team
• Designing, shaping, and delivering an inspiring Spanish curriculum (KS3–KS5)
• Embedding a culture of high achievement, creativity, and independence in language learning
• Coaching and mentoring, including line management of specialist and ECT colleagues
• Championing Spanish across the school through clubs, trips, and cultural enrichment

Ideal "Head of Spanish" for this Barnet School:

• UK-trained, inspirational Spanish educator with QTS (qualified teacher status)
• Good or Outstanding classroom practitioner with strong, recent references
• Leadership or TLR experience desirable BUT highly ambitious, impact-driven teachers will also be considered
• Fluent or native-like command of Spanish; passionate about fostering language acquisition
• Strategic thinker – dedicated to curriculum innovation, team development, and student progression

Why Join This Barnet School?:

• Become Head of Spanish in a school recognised for excellence and innovation
• Culture of authentic collaboration and professional warmth
• Unrivalled CPD tailored to future senior leadership or advanced subject mastery
• Diverse, welcoming, and engaged student body with excellent behaviour
• Supported by forward-thinking leadership and well-resourced teaching spaces

Step into the spotlight as Head of Spanish in Barnet and shape the language journey for hundreds of motivated students. Ready to lead with purpose and passion? Apply now – interviews are ongoing, and ambitious educators are strongly encouraged to register their interest without delay!

How to Apply

Take the next step in your career—applications are being reviewed right now for this pivotal leadership role in Barnet. If you’re ready to shape the future of Spanish across an all-through setting, submit your application without delay. Selection may begin at any moment, so act swiftly to secure your chance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving North London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!