Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.   

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We are seeking a qualified MFL teacher (Spanish) to join our highly successful, flourishing and over-subscribed academy for September 2026

We offer a warm, welcoming and highly supportive working environment, as well as a highly bespoke CPD package, progression routes, and many staff benefits.

About Ormiston Rivers Academy

Ormiston Rivers Academy is based in Essex. The school is an 11-19 co-educational academy with 1,077 students.

At Ormiston Rivers, we believe education is about more than just qualifications, it is about preparing young people for life. We work tirelessly to ensure our students aim high, embrace ambition, and develop the confidence, resilience, and character needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Our mission is simple: every student will progress, thrive, and ultimately give back to the communities that shaped them.

Our curriculum ensures that academic success, creativity, problem solving, reliability, responsibility and resilience, as well as physical development, well-being and mental health are key elements that support the development of the whole child and promote a positive attitude to learning and enable them to become well-rounded, global citizens.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.  

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive 
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities 
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits 

If you have a real passion for your subject, the desire to teach committed and ambitious students, and would like to join an experienced and supportive department, we want to hear from you!

We offer a competitive package of benefits for our staff including:

• Employee benefits and wellbeing package
• Cycle to Work and Car salary sacrifice scheme
• The best professional development to support your career, including a comprehensive induction programme with Trust wide career opportunities
• EAP service which includes free confidential advice to staff and a counselling service available 24/7
• Access to a contributory pension scheme

If you have any questions about the role or wish to have an informal chat, please contact Angela Mahoney , HR Manager amahoney@ormistonriversacademy.co.uk. Visits to the academy are welcomed. 

Closing date for applications:  18th May 2026, midnight. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

To apply for the role, please submit an application via the link above by the closing date. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Ormiston Rivers Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered.   

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.  

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974  

All the academy policies can be found here: Policies