Teacher of French and Spanish

Tradewind Recruitment; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Modern Languages teacher to join a secondary academy in Altrincham from January 2026. The successful candidate will teach French and Spanish across Key Stage 3 and GCSE, fostering student engagement and effectively managing classroom behavior. This full-time role offers competitive pay and comprehensive support, ensuring a thriving environment for both staff and students. Ideal for QTS or QTLS holders, this opportunity includes access to extensive training and professional development.

Benefits

Access to over 2,500 free training courses

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing lesson planning support

Flexible holiday pay options

Free networking and social events

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS or QTLS to qualify for the position.
• Enthusiastic and adaptable linguist with a passion for teaching.
• Ability to inspire students across Key Stage 3 and GCSE.

Responsibilities

• Teach French and Spanish at KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver AQA GCSE content confidently.
• Manage classroom behavior and engage students.

Skills

Teaching French

Teaching Spanish

Behavior management

AQA GCSE content delivery

Student engagement

Education

QTS or QTLS

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment - Exciting MFL Opportunity for January 2026

Are you a passionate and skilled teacher of French and Spanish seeking a fresh challenge for January 2026? Tradewind Recruitment is proud to support a thriving, forward‑thinking secondary academy on the Stockport/Trafford border in their search for an outstanding Modern Languages teacher. This full‑time role runs from January to July 2026 and offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a vibrant MFL department.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable linguist who can inspire students across Key Stage 3 and GCSE.

• Teaching French and Spanish across KS3 and KS4
• Full‑time commitment, Monday to Friday
• The ability to bring creative approaches to behaviour management and engagement
• Confident delivery of AQA GCSE content for both languages
• A flexible timetable that can be weighted towards French or Spanish, depending on your strengths. The academy welcomes applications from ECTs, experienced QTS teachers, and FE lecturers with experience teaching French and Spanish to learners aged 11‑16.

The School

This successful 11‑18 academy, rated Good by Ofsted in May 2022, offers an exceptional environment for both teaching and learning. Staff benefit from modern facilities, a highly supportive leadership team, and a culture that values professional development. Ofsted noted: "The behaviour of pupils is good. Pupils are polite, friendly and generally behave well." This is a school where staff feel valued and students are keen to learn, making it an excellent setting for an inspiring MFL teacher to thrive.

Requirements

• Hold QTS or QTLS
• Provide a full, up‑to‑date CV with any gaps explained
• Have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (or be willing to apply) and relevant safeguarding checks
• Have the legal right to work full‑time in the UK

Why Register with Tradewind?

• Competitive rates of pay, attracting the best talent in education
• Access to over 2,500 free training courses through our partnership with The National College‑more certified CPD than any other agency
• Comprehensive interview preparation to help you shine
• Ongoing support with lesson planning and classroom strategies
• A user‑friendly online portal for timesheets and availability
• In‑house payroll team ensuring accurate, reliable payments
• Flexible holiday pay options
• Free networking and social events to connect with other educators

Interested in this French and Spanish teaching role or other opportunities from January 2026 onwards? Contact the Manchester office by phone or email. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest!