MFL Teacher (French and/or Spanish)

Protocol Education Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a dedicated MFL Teacher to inspire students in French and/or Spanish. This long-term, full-time position starting in September 2025 offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values cultural education and academic progress.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay via PAYE

FREE access to online CPD academy

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Opportunities for progression

A culture that celebrates language learning and diversity

Qualifications

• Experience teaching French and/or Spanish in secondary education.
• Strong subject knowledge of the current MFL curriculum.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and raising pupil achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in KS3–KS4 French and/or Spanish.
• Prepare pupils for assessments and GCSE examinations.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress regularly.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Education

UK QTS or equivalent

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Job Title:Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Teacher – French and/or Spanish
Location:Waltham Forest
Contract:Full-time, long-term
Start Date:September 2025

Inspire global thinking and linguistic confidence in a diverse East London school.

A well-established and inclusive secondary school inWaltham Forestis seeking a dedicatedMFL Teacherto join their team fromSeptember. This is afull-time, long-term positionideal for a teacher who can deliver high-quality lessons inFrench and/or SpanishacrossKey Stages 3 and 4. The school welcomes applicants with a single or dual-language specialism and is particularly keen to recruit a teacher who values cultural education alongside academic progress.

The school has a strong languages department and actively promotes modern languages as a gateway to opportunity, encouraging pupils to develop both communication skills and cultural awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons in French and/or Spanish to students in KS3–KS4
• Prepare pupils for assessments and GCSE examinations in line with exam board criteria
• Develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills with a focus on fluency and accuracy
• Use creative teaching strategies to enhance engagement and cultural immersion
• Monitor and assess pupil progress regularly, providing feedback to support development
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment clubs, language-themed events, or international trips

Candidate Requirements:

UK QTS or equivalent, with a recognised teaching qualification
Experience teaching French and/or Spanish in secondary education
Strong subject knowledge and understanding of the current MFL curriculum
A commitment to inclusive teaching and raising pupil achievement across all abilities
Effective classroom management and communication skills
A positive, professional attitude and willingness to collaborate as part of a successful team

What You’ll Receive:

• Competitive weekly pay viaPAYE, with no umbrella deductions
• FREE access to our onlineCPD academy, including language teaching development
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant with knowledge of the Tower Hamlets area
• Opportunities for progression in welcoming and culturally rich East London schools
• A chance to be part of a school community that celebrates language learning and diversity

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Pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a long-term temporary position with potential for permanency based on performance and school needs.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

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