MFL Teacher
- Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)
- Location: Monmouthshire & surrounding areas
- Start date: ASAP
- Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)
- Pay: Paid to scale (MPS - UPS considered)
Are you a passionate Modern Foreign Languages Teacher who believes in the power of languages to open doors, broaden horizons, and build cultural understanding?
Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with supportive and forward-thinking secondary schools to recruit enthusiastic and knowledgeable Teachers of MFL who can deliver engaging, dynamic lessons across the curriculum. This role offers the opportunity to inspire young people to develop confidence in communication, appreciate different cultures, and achieve their full potential in languages within a positive learning environment.
About the Role
As a Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages, you will:
- Plan and deliver engaging MFL lessons in line with the national curriculum
- Teach one or more languages such as French, Spanish, or German
- Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
- Assess, monitor, and report on student progress effectively
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community
What We’re Looking For
To be considered, candidates must have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
- Experience teaching MFL at secondary level (including placements)
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience across KS3 and KS4
- Ability to teach more than one language
- A reflective and adaptable teaching approach
Recruitment & Safeguarding Information
All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full pre-screen to assess their suitability for the role.
Any appointment will be subject to:
- A successful interview process
- Satisfactory references
- Safeguarding & Prevent training
- Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
- Successful completion of a 12-week / 60 paid day employment trial period
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT
- Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
- PAYE contract – unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
- Training & Support – free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
- Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
- Fair pay policy – paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
- Additional staff support services – access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more
This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants
- Not currently based within the UK
- Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
- Without UK secondary school teaching experience
MFL Teacher in Cardiff employer: Elementa Support Services
Elmtree Learning Partnership is an outstanding employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable young people. With a strong focus on professional development, a supportive leadership team, and a nurturing work culture, employees are empowered to grow and thrive in their roles. Located in Weston-super-Mare, this dynamic environment offers unique opportunities to contribute to innovative educational practices while ensuring the well-being of both staff and students.
