Languages Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Dorset is looking for a committed Languages Teacher to deliver engaging Spanish and French lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. The ideal candidate will possess a recognised teaching qualification, experience at the secondary level, and a passion for language education. The role offers a welcoming environment, ongoing professional development, and the potential for permanent employment. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' learning in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and opportunities for career progression

Modern facilities and resources

Focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Spanish and French at secondary level
• A flexible and proactive approach to classroom practice
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• A genuine enthusiasm for language learning

Responsibilities

• Planning and teaching engaging French and Spanish lessons for pupils in Years 7-11
• Adapting teaching approaches to meet the needs of learners of all abilities
• Contributing to enrichment activities that support and enhance the languages curriculum
• Maintaining a supportive and inclusive classroom environment

Skills

Teaching Spanish

Teaching French

Classroom management

Building positive relationships

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, or equivalent)

Job description

Full-Time | Start ASAP

A well-regarded secondary school in Dorset is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Languages Teacher to join their team as soon as possible on a full-time basis.

The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering high-quality Spanish and French lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, inspiring students to develop strong linguistic abilities, cultural understanding, and confidence in both spoken and written communication.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and teaching engaging French and Spanish lessons for pupils in Years 7-11
• Adapting teaching approaches to meet the needs of learners of all abilities
• Building positive relationships with students through effective communication and high expectations
• Contributing to enrichment activities that support and enhance the languages curriculum
• Maintaining a supportive and inclusive classroom environment

The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, or equivalent)
• Experience teaching Spanish and French at secondary level
• A flexible and proactive approach to classroom practice
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• A genuine enthusiasm for language learning

The school can offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive working environment
• Ongoing CPD and opportunities for career progression
• The potential for a temporary role to develop into a permanent position
• Modern facilities and resources to support effective teaching
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Languages Teacher to join a forward-thinking school in Dorset and make a meaningful impact on students' learning from day one.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.