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Are you searching for a vibrant school in Leeds where your dedication to Modern Foreign Languages will truly be valued? Do you have the creative spark needed to make complex grammar and vocabulary accessible, engaging, and fun? Are you looking for a full-time teaching role that offers genuine pathways for professional development and career growth? About the Role This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a dedicated and energetic MFL Teacher to take on a full-time position starting in September 2026. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, engaging language lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (with potential opportunities at Key Stage 5 depending on experience). This third-person role requires a professional who can seamlessly blend linguistic expertise with creative pedagogy, ensuring that all students-regardless of their starting point-develop a genuine love for languages. About the School Located in the heart of Leeds, the school boasts a vibrant, welcoming, and culturally diverse community. It is renowned for its high academic standards, excellent behaviour policies, and a deeply rooted ethos of mutual respect and inclusivity. The modern languages department is exceptionally well-resourced, featuring up-to-date learning technologies and interactive spaces designed to enhance auditory and verbal learning. Staff collaboration is central to the school's success, offering an environment where educators share best practices and enjoy a supportive, positive workplace culture.
Job Responsibility
Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality MFL lessons that align with the National Curriculum
Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, and attainment of all students
Create an inclusive, positive, and stimulating classroom environment conducive to linguistic learning
Utilise a variety of teaching strategies, including interactive technologies, to engage all learning styles
Manage classroom behaviour effectively in accordance with the established school policies
Prepare Key Stage 4 students thoroughly for their GCSE oral, listening, reading, and writing examinations
Collaborate with departmental colleagues to develop innovative learning resources and schemes of work
Participate in parents' evenings, departmental meetings, and whole-school professional development days
Identify students who require extra support or stretch opportunities and adapt teaching accordingly
Promote the value of foreign languages through extracurricular activities, clubs, or cultural events
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent, recognised UK teaching qualification
A current Enhanced Child DBS registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one)
Up-to-date knowledge of the current GCSE MFL specification and assessment criteria
Eligibility to work in the UK
Fluency (both written and spoken) in at least one major modern foreign language (e.g., French, Spanish, or German)
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build quick rapport with students and staff
Strong classroom management abilities to maintain a focused and productive learning environment
Proficiency in integrating educational technology (ICT) into language lessons
Adaptability to tailor lesson plans effectively to meet diverse Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Creativity in developing engaging resources that bring foreign cultures and languages to life
What we offer
PAYE
Referral Bonus
A supportive, collaborative working environment
Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development
The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students
Competitive salary and benefits package
A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions)