Teacher of MFL

MFL Teacher – Secondary School (MK42)

Location: MK42, Bedfordshire
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full time
Salary: Competitive, in line with the Teacher Pay Scale

Are you an experienced MFL teacher looking for a new challenge in a high-performing school? Look no further!

Teaching Personnel is working closely with several welcoming and high-performing secondary schools in Bedford that are seeking skilled Modern Foreign Languages Teachers, specialising in French, Spanish, or German, to join their teams from January 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire a love of languages and global culture while joining supportive and forward-thinking departments that value creativity, collaboration, and high standards. In return for your teaching, commitment, and enthusiasm, schools offer a highly supportive environment where staff are encouraged to thrive and develop.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• A specialism in French, Spanish, or German

• Excellent subject knowledge and a strong understanding of the secondary curriculum

• Effective classroom management and communication skills

• The ability to motivate and engage students of all abilities

• Experience teaching GCSE and/or A-Level (desirable but not essential)

• A commitment to promoting high expectations and a genuine passion for language learning

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT (Early Career Teacher) seeking your first teaching role, Teaching Personnel can support you in securing a placement that aligns with your skills, goals, and experience.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive pay, in line with the Teacher Pay Scale

• Opportunities to work in a range of excellent secondary schools across Milton Keynes, Bedford and surrounding areas

• Access to ongoing CPD and professional development through the Teaching Personnel CPD Academy

• Continuous support from a dedicated education consultant who understands your career goals

• PAYE or Umbrella payment options

• Early access to exclusive long-term and permanent vacancies within our school network

If you are passionate about languages and ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.
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