German Teacher

Michael Hall Waldorf School; Forest Row; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate German Teacher to join their dedicated team. This role involves delivering a broad and engaging curriculum tailored for German students while fostering a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will be a fluent German speaker with a strong educational background, including teaching qualifications and a commitment to the Steiner Waldorf approach. You'll have the opportunity to inspire students, contribute to their academic growth, and play an integral role in the school community. If you're ready to make a difference in students' lives and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free parking on site

Free eye tests

Gym discount

Staff discount on fees for children

Bike to work scheme

Access to discounts at retailers

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English required, plus a degree and teaching qualifications.
• Experience with the Steiner Waldorf curriculum is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Implement and deliver a differentiated curriculum for German students.
• Plan effective lessons and monitor student progress.

Skills

Fluent German Speaker

ICT knowledge and skills

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Education

GCSE Maths A*-C (or equivalent)

GCSE English A*-C (or equivalent)

Educated to degree level

Qualified teacher status

Steiner Waldorf Teacher qualification

Job description

The details of this role are as follows:

Annual leave: School holidays (+ Bank Holidays)

Contract type: Part time to be discussed at interview

Salary: £28,152-£36,051 pro rata and depending on experience

Start date: September 2025

Please apply here: German Teacher - careersite

Job Description

Role: German Teacher

Purpose of the job

To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for German students. To carry out all duties and responsibilities of a teacher as outlined in the current conditions of employment including:

1. To maintain the positive ethos and promote the values of the school.
2. To plan and deliver effective lessons which deliver good progress and achievement for all pupils.
3. To be responsible for the pastoral wellbeing of pupils.
4. To build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and governors which support the work of the school.
5. To play a significant role in the life of the school and contribute to whole school development.
6. To provide a model of good practice for aspects of teaching and learning.

Teaching and learning

1. To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students.
2. To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
3. To contribute to maximizing of student attainment.
4. To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Planning

1. To assist in the development of appropriate schemes of work towards selected modern German syllabuses. To develop teaching resources, schemes of work, marking policies and teaching strategies in the curriculum area.
2. To contribute to the curriculum area and department’s development plan and its implementation.
3. To ensure department documentation and practice in relation to Health and Safety is in place and adhered to.
4. To assist in the process of curriculum development in German so as to ensure the continued relevance to the needs of students, examining and awarding bodies and the school’s ethos.
5. To ensure that the equipment is in good working order and suitable for teaching use.

General Duties

1. Participate in relevant meetings with colleagues, parents and be involved in links with external agencies as part of curriculum enhancement, including extra-curricular activities and off-site visits.
2. Support other members of the curriculum area and students as appropriate.
3. Review your own professional development and maintain professional standards.
4. Carry out any other such duties as the post holder may reasonably be required to do.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

1. GCSE Maths A*-C (or equivalent).
2. GCSE English A*-C (or equivalent).
3. Educated to degree level.
4. Qualified teacher status either in the UK (or international equivalent) and Steiner Waldorf Teacher qualification.

Experience

1. Fluent German Speaker.
2. Experience with (or openness to) teaching the Steiner Waldorf curriculum.

Professional Knowledge and Understanding

1. An understanding of curriculum and pedagogical issues relating to learning and teaching.
2. Knowledge of effective strategies to include, and meet the needs of, all pupils.
3. Familiarity with writing and delivering effective Individual Education Plans for pupils with SEN.

Professional Skills and Abilities

1. A teacher with sound ICT knowledge and skills relating to the class teaching, able to demonstrate the effective use of ICT to enhance the learning and teaching.
2. Must be able to plan lessons for all the pupils in a class, setting clear learning intentions and differentiated tasks.
3. Must be able to keep records of pupil progress in line with school policy.
4. Must be able to use assessments of pupils learning to inform future planning.
5. Ability to plan and work collaboratively with colleagues.

Personal Qualities

1. A teacher with a flexible approach to work who enjoys being a good team member.
2. Must have good communication skills both orally and in writing.
3. Must be able to manage own work load effectively.
4. Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to enthuse and motivate others and develop effective partnerships.
5. Willingness to share expertise, skills and knowledge and ability to encourage others to follow suit.
6. To practice equal opportunities in all aspects of the role and around the work place in line with policy.
7. To maintain a personal commitment to professional development linked to the competencies necessary to deliver the requirements of this post.

Application process

To apply for this role, you will be required to complete an application form. Please note that it is not necessary to enclose a separate CV, although you may do so if you wish – however, we still require a completed application form. You will be notified as soon as possible after the closing date, if you have been selected for an interview.

Michael Hall School values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Benefits of working at Michael Hall School

1. Free parking on site.
2. Free eye tests.
3. Gym discount.
4. Staff discount on fees for children.
5. Bike to work scheme.
6. Access to discounts at retailers and more through our partnership with Bright HR.

Please apply here: German Teacher - careersite

Michael Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. A successful application will be dependent upon a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks and screening, including references. All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children, and are expected to act in accordance with the School’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies which are available on our website.

Safeguarding Statement:

Michael Hall School values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We, therefore, encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Michael Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check.