Head of Department Spanish Teacher

Post: Head of Department Spanish Teacher Location: Netherthorpe School Pay Scale: MPS/UPS TLR2C Contract: Permanent, 0.6 part-time Start date: 1st September 2026 Suitable for ECT’s: N/A Minerva Learning Trust is a growing multi-academy trust committed to providing an outstanding education for students from a wide variety of backgrounds across Sheffield and Derbyshire. Founded in 2014, Minerva Learning Trust has expanded to a thriving family of schools, including primary, secondary, sixth form, and a unique post-16 provision. We have a strong track record of school improvement, successfully transforming schools from Ofsted ratings of RI and Inadequate to GOOD. Netherthorpe School is a popular 11-18 school in Staveley, Chesterfield. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school for all. We regard all staff and pupils as part of our family and whilst we have really high expectations of everyone, we maintain a caring and supportive ethos. We strongly believe in work life balance and we work with our staff to actively promote and improve wellbeing. Netherthorpe School are seeking to appoint a Head of Department/Spanish teacher to join a successful and ambitious MFL Department. We are seeking to appoint a passionate, committed and enthusiastic teacher to join a dedicated team. The post would be an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about their subject and has a real interest in developing young people. They will demonstrate an approachable manner, an enthusiasm for the role and the ability to motivate and manage the behaviour of students. The successful candidate will have the highest expectations for our students and be keen to develop their own practice. Candidates are encouraged to visit the school or have an informal discussion about the role, arrangements for this can be made by contacting the Head’s P.A. LJordan1@netherthorpe-mlt.co.uk. The closing date is 9am on Friday 15th May 2026 and interviews will take place on Thursday 21st May 2026. T