At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in teaching German and inspire students with your language skills.
- Company: Join the outstanding Prince Henry's Grammar School in a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, wellbeing perks, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Part-time role with excellent career growth opportunities in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while sharing your passion for German.
- Qualifications: Native or near-native German speaker with enthusiasm for teaching.
The predicted salary is between 6800 - 6800 £ per year.
Location: Leeds, UK
Salary: Actual salary £566.45 per month
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Education Phases: Secondary
Working Patterns: Part-Time
Application Deadline: Thursday, 17th September 2026
Interview Date: Week beginning Monday 21st September 2026
Expected Working Start Date: 1st October 2026
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
About us
Prince Henry’s is an over-subscribed comprehensive school with over 1660 students, including around 350 in the Sixth Form. Our Ofsted Report (November 2024) confirms us as an outstanding school across all areas. Regardless of our current success, we strive for the continuous improvement of our educational provision so that our students are fully prepared for 21st century society. We serve the market town of Otley (in the Wharfe Valley) and the surrounding villages including Pool, Bramhope and Adel. The Wharfe Valley is a wonderful region in which to live and work. It is close to areas of outstanding natural beauty, yet also benefits from good transport links to key towns and cities across the country. Of particular interest to new members of staff is the emphasis placed on high quality professional development. Prince Henry’s is a strategic partner in the Red Kite Teaching School Alliance and as such we work with our partners to develop and deliver high quality CPL to staff in our own school and across the region. This ensures good access to development opportunities for our teaching and associate staff.
Job Description
£566.45 per month, 6 hours per week, Term Time only, Fixed Term until 31st May 2027, Required 1st October 2026
Prince Henry's Grammar School are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Foreign Language Assistant: German to join the Modern Foreign Languages Department on a part-time fixed-term basis.
We are looking for candidates who have:
- a native / near-native speaker ability in German
- the ability to motivate students
- passion and enthusiasm for languages and German
- knowledge of GCSE and A-Level German requirements
We can offer:
- Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities
- A dedicated staff team supported by a committed and experienced senior leadership team
Please note we do not accept CVs.
Closing date: Thursday 17th September 2026
Selection day: week beginning Monday 21st September 2026
Collaborative Learning Trust is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.
In line with KCSiE 2026, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any matters that are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview.
Benefits
- Wellbeing perks
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cyclescheme
- Home and tech salary sacrifice scheme
- Great pension scheme
- Free parking
- Free will writing service
Desired Criteria
Please see attached recruitment booklet.
Essential Criteria
Please see attached recruitment booklet.
Foreign Language Assistant: German in Leeds employer: Prince Henry's Grammar School
Prince Henry's Grammar School is an outstanding educational institution located in the picturesque Wharfe Valley, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a strong emphasis on professional development, staff have access to excellent training opportunities through our partnership with the Red Kite Teaching School Alliance. The school not only prioritises the wellbeing of its employees with various perks but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement, making it an ideal place for those passionate about education and language.
Contact Details:
Prince Henry's Grammar School Recruitment Team
