Teacher of Spanish

Mossbourne Port Side Academy (11-16), Thurrock

INSET days 1st & 2nd September 2025

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically.  

In 2025, our 20th anniversary year, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools in our Federation. We now consist of seven academies:  

Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney  

Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock  

Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHA) primary, Thurrock  

Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney  

Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock  

Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney  

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney   

The successful applicant will be passionate about Languages. They will be well organised and willing to go the ‘extra mile’ and will be focused on the attainment of all students. They will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), may be starting out as an ECT, or have a proven track record of successful Languages teaching.  They will believe that all students can succeed in Languages. As a teacher at Mossbourne, you will receive guidance, support and a CPD package that is both rigorous and effective; you will work alongside outstanding practitioners who share a vision to always succeed. 

Working for the Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.  

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:  

The Mossbourne Allowance (T&Cs apply)   

Free lunches (T&Cs apply)   

Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week  

Benenden health membership, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation  

Early finish on Friday – secondary academies   

Free staff fitness classes  

Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes  

Discounts at local restaurants  

Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs   

Saturday and holiday paid programme  

Special leave scheme  

Staff appreciation awards and events   

First rate professional development and career opportunities  

Financial support for career development (T&Cs apply)  

‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff (T&Cs apply)  

Remuneration for exam board marking (T&Cs apply)  

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.     

View job description here:  Teacher of Spanish JD April 2025

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.  

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We have committed to becoming an Anti-Racist organisation and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal.  

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.   

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