MFL Teacher

Supply Desk; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral fee

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is seeking a Modern Foreign Languages Teacher to join the Languages faculty in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The role is a Full-time temporary to permanent position starting November 2026, with a salary range of £29,344 to £44,919 (MPS/UPS).

The school emphasises curiosity, ambition and a love of learning, with opportunities to lead language clubs and participate in cultural trips. QTS is essential and DBS checks will be completed.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential for the role.
• Experience teaching MFL at secondary level preferred.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for language learning.
• Ability to inspire and motivate diverse learners.
• Excellent classroom management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dynamic MFL lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 experience desirable).
• Inspire students through speaking, listening, reading and writing in the target language.
• Plan and deliver a broad, stimulating curriculum with cultural understanding.
• Foster a passion for language learning; make lessons interactive and enjoyable.
• Differentiate instruction to support all abilities.
• Assess, monitor and provide feedback on progress.
• Create a positive classroom environment with high expectations.
• Support extracurricular language clubs and enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and carers to support progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Language teaching

Collaborative mindset

Education

QTS

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Role: MFL Teacher
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Contract: Full-time Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: November 2026
Salary: £29,344 £44,919 (MPS/UPS)

About the School

This thriving secondary school is passionate about inspiring curiosity, ambition, and a love of learning in every student. With a welcoming and inclusive ethos, the school places strong value on academic excellence alongside personal growth, creating an environment where both staff and students are encouraged to flourish.

The Languages faculty is a vibrant and highly valued part of the school community, committed to developing students confidence and communication skills through engaging and immersive language learning. Students are encouraged to explore different cultures, broaden their global awareness, and develop a lifelong appreciation for languages.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver dynamic and engaging Modern Foreign Languages lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 experience desirable but not essential).
• Inspire students through creative teaching that develops confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the target language.
• Plan and deliver a broad and stimulating curriculum that encourages cultural understanding and effective communication skills.
• Foster a passion for language learning by making lessons interactive, relevant, and enjoyable.
• Support students of all abilities to achieve their full potential through differentiated and inclusive teaching.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing clear and constructive feedback to drive achievement.
• Create a positive and purposeful classroom environment where high expectations and excellent behaviour are embedded.
• Contribute to extracurricular opportunities such as language clubs, cultural trips, themed events, or enrichment activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to support student progress and wellbeing.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching MFL at secondary level is preferred.
• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for language learning and cultural education.
• Ability to inspire, challenge, and motivate young learners of all abilities.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Passion for creating engaging lessons that spark curiosity and independent learning.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to school life and professional development.
• Holds (or is willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check and professional references.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking school where your passion for languages can truly make an impact. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ambitious early career teacher, you will be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and student success.

We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete 5 or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and adhere to safer recruitment standards.