French & Spanish Teacher

The Education Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency seeks a passionate French & Spanish Teacher for a vibrant secondary school in Birmingham. Starting in September 2025, you will be responsible for planning engaging lessons, preparing students for GCSE success, and promoting a love for languages. The ideal candidate has strong classroom management skills and a commitment to high teaching standards. This role offers competitive pay within a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience teaching French and Spanish at secondary level.
• Strong classroom management skills and ability to inspire young learners.
• Confidence in preparing pupils for GCSE exams.
• Commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging French and Spanish lessons for KS3 and KS4.
• Prepare pupils for GCSE success using innovative teaching strategies.
• Foster a love for languages and promote cultural awareness.

Skills

Classroom management

Creativity

Ability to inspire students

Preparation for exams

Knowledge of French and Spanish

Education

Qualified MFL teacher

Job description

Overview

French & Spanish Teacher – Birmingham. We are seeking a passionate and skilled French & Spanish Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in Birmingham from September 2025. The school, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and fostering a supportive learning environment where languages play a key role in broadening students’ horizons.

Key Details

• Position: French & Spanish Teacher
• Key Stages: KS3 & KS4
• Location: Birmingham
• Start Date: September 2025
• Contract: Long-term supply
• Pay: £175–£250 per day (depending on experience)
• School Rating: Ofsted ‘Good’

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging French and Spanish lessons across KS3 and KS4, ensuring all students are supported and challenged to achieve their best. The role includes preparing pupils for GCSE success, using innovative teaching strategies to develop confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing. You will also contribute to the wider school community by fostering a love for languages and promoting cultural awareness.

Qualifications

• A qualified MFL teacher with experience teaching both French and Spanish at secondary level.
• Strong classroom management skills, creativity, and the ability to inspire young learners.
• Confidence in preparing pupils for exams and a commitment to maintaining high standards of teaching and learning.
• Applications welcome from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

About the School

This Birmingham-based secondary school has a reputation for excellent pastoral care and strong academic results. With a supportive leadership team and well-behaved pupils, staff are encouraged to innovate in the classroom and share best practice. Languages are a valued part of the curriculum, and the school is keen to appoint a teacher who can make a real impact in this department.

Why Work with The Education Network

• Our specialist team has over 25 years of combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education market, delivering high service levels to schools and candidates.
• Honest, efficient recruitment with additional training and development opportunities; personalised career support from the team.
• Opportunities to work in a friendly, caring, and supportive atmosphere where every child matters.
• Excellent rates of pay and potential for professional development.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We are an equal opportunities employer and act as a recruitment agency for this vacancy. Due to the high volume of applications we typically contact shortlisted candidates within 3 days.