MFL Teacher - French and Spanish

Job Title: MFL Teacher (French KS3-KS4, Spanish KS3)

Location: Skelmersdale, Lancashire

Start Date: Easter or September (Flexible)

Salary: £30,000 - £46,525 per annum (depending on experience)

Are you passionate about languages and dedicated to helping students develop their language skills? Do you have experience teaching French to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, as well as Spanish to Key Stage 3 students? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced MFL Teacher to join our team.

About the School: Our school is on an exciting journey of rapid improvement, and we are seeking a dedicated MFL Teacher to play a key role in this transformation. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where both students and staff can thrive. Join a team that values language learning and cultural exchange.

Position Overview: As an MFL Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences in French to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, as well as Spanish to Key Stage 3 students. This role is ideal for an experienced educator who is passionate about languages and has a strong understanding of language acquisition principles. You will have the opportunity to inspire and motivate students, helping them develop their language proficiency and cultural awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and interactive lessons in French to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, and Spanish to Key Stage 3 students.
• Provide support and guidance to students as they develop their language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Create a stimulating learning environment that encourages cultural exploration and cross-cultural understanding.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support their development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement curriculum plans and schemes of work.
• Participate in departmental meetings, parent consultations, and school events as required.
• Stay informed about current trends and advancements in language teaching and learning.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) and relevant degree in Modern Foreign Languages or a related field.
• Previous experience teaching French and Spanish at the secondary school level.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for promoting language learning and cultural exchange.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with the opportunity for progression.
• Supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• Easter or September start date available.

Please Note: This position is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

If you are an experienced educator with a passion for languages, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the position of MFL Teacher, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Liam Jones at lj@spencerclarkegroup.co.uk

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% 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.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Liam Jones on refer@spencerclarkegroup.co.uk remembering to include your details.