Teacher of MFL - French & Spanish

Contract type: Full Time/Part-Time | Permanent Start date: 01 January 2026 Closing date: Midday on Tuesday 15 September 2026 Interview dates: Shortly following the closing date Are you passionate about languages? Do you want to inspire the next generation to love French and Spanish? The King Edmund School is seeking a dynamic and engaging Teacher of MFL (French and Spanish) to join our thriving languages department. Whether you are looking for a full time or part time role, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive, forward-thinking school. Our students are enthusiastic and eager to learn, and you'll have the chance to teach both French and Spanish, bringing languages to life across the curriculum. We are determined to become the school of choice in Essex-a place where every young person is challenged, supported, and inspired to thrive. This isn't a dream - it is a promise and you will be at the centre of delivering and creating this. The Role You will deliver dynamic and exciting French and Spanish lessons across KS3 and KS4, inspiring a love of languages and culture and contribute to the development of the MFL curriculum, ensuring lessons are engaging and accessible for all students.

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons in French and Spanish
• Use a variety of teaching and learning strategies to engage students and promote progress
• Foster an enthusiasm for languages and cultural understanding
• Track and support students' progress, providing targeted intervention where necessary
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop resources and enrich the MFL curriculum
• Participate in school events, trips and activities linked to MFL
What We're Looking For
• Qualified teacher status (QTS)
• A degree in a relevant subject
• Evidence of professional development relevant to MFL
• Successful teaching experience in French and Spanish, ideally across KS3 and KS4
• Experience of developing engaging resources and schemes of work
• Experience of assessing and tracking student progress
Why Join King Edmund School? This is a school with immense potential and a powerful sense of purpose. You will be joining a committed, talented team at a moment of transformation, where your contribution will directly shape our school's success story. Come and be part of something extraordinary! The school offers an extensive support programme, including mentor/buddy system, Initial Teacher Training support for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) or for those seeking Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), a system of twilight training sessions, as well as excellent development opportunities. Staff benefits include free car parking, onsite gymnasium and swimming pool as well as staff recognition schemes. If you are currently considering a career move, we would very much like to hear from you. Please visit the vacancies section of our website (https://kes.essex.sch.uk/join-our-community/staff-vacancies) and complete the 'Quick Apply' application form and submit a copy of your CV. For more about our school and vision please see attached welcome letter from our Headteacher. We also welcome and encourage telephone calls on to register an interest or to find out more about the school and the role. If you wish to arrange an informal conversation or visit to the school prior to interview, we would be delighted to welcome you to KES prior to the closing date, to offer you the opportunity to get a real sense of the school first hand. To arrange a visit, please email your request to Mrs Andrea Atkins - HR Manager at recruitment@kes.essex.sch.uk and provide your availability, as well as a contact telephone number. The King Edmund School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks. The King Edmund School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We'll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership.

Are you passionate about languages? Do you want to inspire the next generation to love French and Spanish? The King Edmund School is seeking a dynamic and engaging Teacher of MFL (French and Spanish) to join our thriving languages department. Whether you are looking for a full time or part time role, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive, forward-thinking school. Our students are enthusiastic and eager to learn, and you'll have the chance to teach both French and Spanish, bringing languages to life across the curriculum. We are determined to become the school of choice in Essex-a place where every young person is challenged, supported, and inspired to thrive. This isn't a dream - it is a promise and you will be at the centre of delivering and creating this.,
• Qualified teacher status (QTS)
• A degree in a relevant subject
• Evidence of professional development relevant to MFL
• Successful teaching experience in French and Spanish, ideally across KS3 and KS4
• Experience of developing engaging resources and schemes of work
• Experience of assessing and tracking student progress