MFL Teacher in Barnsley

GSL Education - South Yorkshire; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

GSL Education - South Yorkshire in Barnsley is seeking an enthusiastic MFL Teacher to plan and deliver engaging language lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping pupils develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills while building confidence in language learning.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, strong subject knowledge, excellent communication and behaviour management, plus a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching MFL within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge in language teaching.
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to helping students make strong academic progress.
• Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging MFL lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach speaking, listening, reading and writing.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress with constructive feedback.
• Adapt lessons to meet diverse learner needs.
• Maintain a positive, well-managed classroom environment.
• Encourage confidence and enthusiasm for language learning.
• Work with colleagues to support school priorities.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

MFL teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Organisation

Job description

Looking for an MFL Teacher in Barnsley!

Job Title: MFL Teacher
Location: Barnsley
Salary: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026

Are you an enthusiastic MFL Teacher ready to help students develop their language skills and broaden their understanding of different cultures? A welcoming secondary school in Barnsley is looking for a committed MFL Teacher to join their team.

About the Role:

As an MFL Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging language lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping students build confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing. You will support pupils in developing their language knowledge while maintaining high expectations for progress and classroom behaviour.

About the School:

This inclusive secondary school provides a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work closely together to maintain high standards of teaching, positive behaviour and strong pastoral support, creating a welcoming setting for both pupils and teachers.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging MFL lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teach language skills including speaking, listening, reading and writing.

• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing constructive feedback.

• Adapt lessons to meet the needs and abilities of different learners.

• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment.

• Encourage students to develop confidence and enthusiasm for language learning.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support departmental and school-wide priorities.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Experience teaching MFL within a secondary school setting.

• Strong subject knowledge and a confident understanding of language teaching.

• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• A genuine commitment to helping students make strong academic progress.

• An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.

To work with GSL Education as an MFL Teacher, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.

• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.

• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts & Cs apply).