Job Title: Teacher of Spanish
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive 11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.
We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging our students to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence, we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors to the greater whole.
Join us on this journey of education, growth, and community engagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery are at every step.
Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!
Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you.
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Spanish ready to inspire the next generation of linguists? Oldham E-ACT Academy is seeking a committed practitioner to join our vibrant and ambitious Modern Foreign Languages team.
You will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering a love of languages and cultural understanding. We are looking for someone who is passionate about raising attainment, committed to inclusive practice, and able to motivate students of all abilities to achieve their best.
At Oldham E-ACT Academy, we pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative environment where staff development is a priority. You will benefit from strong leadership, opportunities for professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver high-quality Spanish lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable)
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Inspire students to develop confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing
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Monitor, assess, and track student progress, ensuring strong outcomes for all learners
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Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of diverse and SEND students
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Contribute to curriculum development and the wider MFL provision
Pay range: MPS/UPS - £32,916.00 - £51,048.00
Qualifications and Skills:
- A good honours degree in Spanish or a related subject
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards QTS
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Evidence of continued professional development
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Strong subject knowledge of Spanish language and culture
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Ability to teach Spanish at Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable)
What are we about?
Join a trust that is going places!
At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.
We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.
With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.
How to apply:
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
