ECT Teacher of Spanish – Secondary School –Sheffield

A well-regarded 11–16 secondary school in Sheffield is seeking an enthusiastic and committed ECT Teacher of Spanish to join its Modern Foreign Languages department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher looking to develop in a school that values languages, invests in structured mentoring and provides a stable, well-managed learning environment. Languages are firmly embedded within the school’s academic offer, with strong GCSE uptake and a renewed focus on building long-term linguistic confidence from Year 7 onwards. Senior leaders have prioritised curriculum clarity and consistent classroom routines, ensuring teachers can focus on high-quality delivery. The Role As an ECT Spanish teacher, you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering a carefully sequenced curriculum that builds phonics, vocabulary retention and grammatical accuracy over time. The department has adopted clear modelling and retrieval strategies to support student confidence in speaking and writing. You will benefit from: • A reduced timetable in line with ECT entitlement • A dedicated MFL mentor with weekly coaching • Centrally planned schemes of learning and shared resources • Structured support with GCSE preparation and exam marking • Access to whole-school and subject-specific CPD The department values clarity, consistency and enthusiasm, helping students develop both linguistic competence and cultural awareness. The Department The MFL team in this Sheffield secondary school is collaborative and well-established. Staff share planning, moderate assessments together and regularly review curriculum sequencing to ensure steady progress across year groups. Spanish is a popular option at GCSE, and students respond positively to structured speaking practice and cultural enrichment. The department promotes authentic materials and practical communication skills alongside exam preparation. Department strengths include: • Shared centralised planning to reduce workload • Clear assessment frameworks • Cross-curricular literacy collaboration • Cultural enrichment events and language-themed days Colleagues are experienced in supporting ECTs and fostering a reflective, improvement-focused culture. The School This Sheffield secondary school has built a reputation for calm classrooms and consistent behaviour systems. Leadership is visible and supportive, and staff retention is strong due to clear expectations and a realistic approach to workload. The school offers: • A structured ECT induction programme • Instructional coaching and peer observation • Clear pastoral systems • Professional development pathways Teachers describe the school as organised, supportive and ambitious for its students. Who We’re Looking For The successful candidate will: • Hold QTS (or be completing QTS this academic year) • Demonstrate strong subject knowledge in Spanish • Deliver clear, engaging and well-structured lessons • Be reflective and responsive to feedback • Build positive relationships with students This role is ideal for a Spanish ECT who wants a secure and well-supported start in a Sheffield secondary school. Why Join? • Strong mentoring and structured ECT support • Clear and shared curriculum resources • Calm, respectful learning environment • Collaborative and supportive MFL team • Opportunities for long-term growth If you are ready to begin your Spanish teaching career in a well-led and supportive Sheffield school, this is an excellent opportunity.