MFL Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Islington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking secondary school in Islington as an MFL Teacher who inspires students through language and cultural exploration. You will engage students in French, Spanish, or other languages, fostering their curiosity and confidence while adapting lessons to diverse learning needs. This full-time, long-term role awaits an innovative educator dedicated to academic ambition and inclusion.

Benefits

Support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities to innovate and grow

Access to exciting roles suited to skills

Qualifications

• Experience teaching French, Spanish, or another modern language in a UK secondary school.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
• Willingness to lead or support extracurricular language initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver vibrant, engaging lessons at KS3–KS5.
• Encourage students to explore global cultures.
• Lead immersive classroom experiences and cultural events.

Skills

Cultural Exploration

Behaviour Management

Student Engagement

Education

Degree in Modern Foreign Language

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title:Modern Foreign Language (MFL) Teacher
Location: Islington, North London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Long-Term
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £150 - £250 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Inspire Global Minds Through Language

Step into a role where language is more than vocabulary—it's a passport to possibility. We are currently seeking an innovative MFL Teacher who thrives on cultural connection and linguistic creativity to join a progressive secondary school in vibrant Islington this September. This full-time, long-term opportunity invites an MFL Teacher to awaken students' curiosity for the wider world through French, Spanish, or another modern language.

About the School Environment

Set in the heart of North London, this forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school prides itself on diversity, resilience, and academic ambition. It fosters an environment where language learning is seen as a bridge to understanding and global citizenship. As an MFL Teacher, you’ll be welcomed into a values-driven community that champions innovative teaching and international awareness.

What You'll Do as an MFL Teacher

Deliver vibrant, engaging lessons that ignite a passion for modern foreign languages at KS3–KS5.

Encourage students to explore global cultures and express themselves confidently in a second language.

Lead immersive classroom experiences and cultural events that extend learning beyond textbooks.

Collaborate with colleagues to enrich the language curriculum and raise standards in modern language learning.

Build strong relationships with learners, encouraging resilience and risk-taking in language acquisition.

Adapt your approach to meet the needs of all learners and track progress through formative and summative assessments.

Be a positive presence in school life—because an MFL Teacher here does more than teach; they inspire transformation.

The Ideal MFL Teacher Will Have

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a modern foreign language.

Experience teaching French, Spanish, or another modern language in a UK secondary school.

Passion for linguistics, cultural exploration, and cross-curricular integration.

Strong behaviour management skills and a creative approach to student engagement.

A willingness to lead or support extracurricular language initiatives.

An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Deep commitment to safeguarding, student welfare, and inclusion.

Why Join Us as an MFL Teacher?

Access exciting roles suited to your skills as an MFL Teacher.

Receive support from a dedicated consultant who values your professional journey.

Enjoy opportunities to innovate, grow, and inspire within a supportive school culture.

Work in a setting where language education is central to holistic development.

Make your mark as an MFL Teacher who brings the world into the classroom.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must meet safer recruitment background checks, including an enhanced DBS check registered on the update service.

If you're an MFL Teacher ready to transform how students connect with the world, we’d love to hear from you. Click 'apply now' to begin your next exciting chapter.