Head of Spanish and Teacher of Another Language

Required from September 2025

Sydenham High School is looking for an experienced Spanish teacher and an exceptional leader to join and develop our dynamic and strong Languages department.

As Head of Spanish, you will maintain the high academic expectations of our school and contribute significantly to our community, as well as stimulate and inspire the students' bright and alert minds.

Languages is a popular subject, and you will ensure this continues through your leadership and management of the department, ensuring all pupils develop their potential.

Ideally, you will show considerable initiative and be prepared to innovate both in the classroom and in the field. Staff are expected to be digitally literate and are encouraged to develop their personal digital skills.

The role is full-time for the right candidate who is able to offer a second language (ideally French or Italian, and take part in our co-curricular community).

About Sydenham High School

Established in 1887, Sydenham High is an independent day school for girls aged 4-18 with over 740 pupils.

The school is part of the Girls' Day School Trust, the leading and largest group of independent girls' schools in the UK.

The GDST is at the forefront of education for girls and has a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme.

These benefits include:

Access to extensive professional development opportunities
Interest free training loans for qualifications
Generous pension schemes
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free school lunches
A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
Financial guidance and support
Retail and lifestyle discounts
30 days annual leave for full-time support staff

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Applications should be received by 9am on Wednesday 19 February 2025.

Recruitment is ongoing and we reserve the right to appoint at any time during the process.

Early applications are therefore encouraged.

References for candidates invited to interview will be taken before the interview.

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

GDST are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches, and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.