Thank you for your interest in this post at WQE.
We believe that this is a particularly exciting time to be joining us, offering a real opportunity to make a difference in this thriving and vibrant Sixth Form College. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work with students; their academic and wider achievements, their learning experiences, the support they receive in their academic progress, their learning environment and their wider experience of College life. The College operates across two closely located campuses, next to the University of Leicester on University Road and a smaller campus at Regent Road.
In this context, we are looking to appoint a Spanish Language Assistant to deliver conversation classes to students preparing for examinations. The appointed person will be working with small groups of students to improve their oral and comprehension skills in Spanish, in preparation for their examinations. The assistant will be responsible for preparing resources for these lessons under the guidance of the teacher and Assistant Curriculum Leader for Spanish. The appointed person should be able to motivate and encourage students to participate in discussions and should be prepared to deal with a wide range of topics and issues relating to Spain and Spanish-speaking countries. Experience of working in a College or school context would be an advantage.
English, Film and Modern Foreign Languages
This vibrant curriculum area brings together English, Film and Modern Foreign Languages. The curriculum area consists of sixteen teaching staff and is led by a Curriculum Area Leader, supported by a Deputy Curriculum Area Leader and three Assistant Curriculum Area Leaders. Together they ensure the provision of high-quality outcomes and experiences for students and lead the ongoing development of teaching, learning and assessment.
The area is located at the University Road site. The team of Language Assistants consists of two French assistants, a German assistant and Spanish assistant. Together the team work closely to share ideas for delivery and resources, and to conduct and assess oral mock examinations.
For our part we will make every effort to support our new colleagues in making the best of the professional opportunities offered by this post.
This is a permanent part-time term-time post commencing as soon as possible. We can be flexible in respect of the number of hours/days. Please detail within your application the number of hours and working days you are willing to work.
The salary banding for this post will be Points 11 – 14 which ranges from £28,634 to £31,324 per annum pro rata. The actual starting hourly rate for this post is £14.84 but may be negotiated based on experience.
We offer an exceptional package of benefits to our staff, which for this post includes:-
• Annual incremental pay increases, linked to performance, within the pay scale range
• Pension – Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension scheme with 28.68% employer contribution or to the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff (if applicable), one of the most competitive on the market with an employer contribution of above 20% in most cases
• A defined benefit pension scheme
• Staff well-being programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual flu vaccination
• Continual Professional Development
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• On-site parking
We have an active and enthusiastic staff wellbeing group who meet regularly and are committed to adding value to life at work wherever possible, as well as ensuring a strong sense of community, wider opportunities and mutual support exist in our workplace.
APPLICATIONS
Please do not submit a separate CV. Only information on the application form will be used in the selection process. Application forms can be downloaded from our website by clicking the tab 'Apply Now'.
Completed applications must be returned by 10pm on Tuesday 16th June 2026.
Interviews will be held on Monday 29th June 2026. Full details will be emailed out to shortlisted candidates.
Please return all completed applications via e-mail only.
Finally, I would like to thank you for the time taken to consider joining WQE and in making an application if you decide that this is the right step for you.
Paul Wilson
Principal