Teacher of MFL

TN United Kingdom; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary academy in Rainham, Essex is seeking a committed Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages. This full-time, permanent role offers the chance to inspire students through high-quality language teaching, with responsibilities including lesson creation and student support. The ideal candidate will have QTS, experience in MFL, and a passion for language education.

Benefits

Collaborative academy environment

Access to modern technology

Opportunities for professional growth

Focus on staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience teaching MFL in a secondary setting.
• Strong subject knowledge in French and/or Spanish.
• Commitment to high standards and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach French and/or Spanish across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Create dynamic and engaging lessons.
• Support students of all abilities to achieve excellent outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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Teacher of MFL – Secondary Academy – Rainham, Essex
Location: Rainham, Essex
Salary: £37,913 - £55,494 (Outer London MPS/UPS)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)

Are you a skilled and enthusiastic MFL teacher with a passion for language learning and cultural education? Our client, a forward-thinking and inclusive secondary academy based in Rainham, Essex, is seeking a committed Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages to join their successful languages department. This is a brilliant opportunity to make a lasting impact and inspire students through high-quality language teaching.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach French and/or Spanish across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 desirable)

Create dynamic and engaging lessons that promote linguistic fluency and intercultural understanding

Support students of all abilities to achieve excellent outcomes in MFL

Promote a love of languages through clubs, trips, and cultural activities

Contribute to the department’s continuous development and innovation

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Experience teaching MFL in a secondary setting

Strong subject knowledge in French and/or Spanish (a third language is an advantage)

A commitment to high standards and inclusive practice

Excellent classroom management and communication skills

What Our Client Offers:

A collaborative and welcoming academy environment

A well-resourced MFL department with access to modern technology

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

A focus on staff wellbeing and manageable workloads

A commitment to providing students with a broad, global curriculum

Please note: Our client does not offer sponsorship.

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