Are you a dynamic MFL Teacher passionate about the German language?
Is your teaching style innovative, engaging, and genuinely student-focused?
Are you seeking a role where your enthusiasm for modern foreign languages can truly flourish?
The Role: Teacher of MFL (German Specialist)
This is a full-time, immediate-start opportunity for an exceptional Teacher of MFL, with a strong specialism in German, to join a successful secondary school in Leeds. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and skilled practitioner who can teach German across Key Stages 3 and 4, and potentially Key Stage 5. This crucial position involves planning and delivering a challenging, engaging, and culturally rich curriculum, fostering linguistic confidence and preparing students for future success in a global society. The role requires a commitment to continuous professional development and contributing positively to the broader life of the department and the academy.
The School
The school is a well-established and growing secondary school located in Leeds, serving a diverse community. It is benefiting from strong collaborative support and shared best practice. The school aims to provide a safe, positive, and ambitious learning environment for all its students, aged 11 to 18. The Languages Department is dedicated, progressive, and committed to developing student\'s intercultural curiosity, offering both French and German. The MFL team actively utilises technology, runs cultural activities, and is looking forward to reinstating international trips, providing an enriching experience for both staff and students.
Essential Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
* Eligibility to work in the UK.
* Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)
Key Skills
* Exceptional proficiency in the German language.
* Ability to develop a challenging and coherent German curriculum.
* Skill in tailoring lessons to meet diverse student needs (SEN, EAL, High Attainers).
* Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively within the MFL department.
* Excellent time management and resource organisation for effective teaching.
* Ability to thrive in a busy school environment and respond proactively to challenges.
Responsibilities
* Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging German lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
* Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, and attainment of students.
* Set and mark student work, providing timely and constructive feedback.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of the MFL German curriculum and schemes of work.
* Monitor student attendance, punctuality, and behaviour in line with school policy.
* Participate in departmental meetings, training, and whole-school professional development.
* Liaise with parents/carers about student progress and welfare.
* Act as a Tutor, delivering pastoral support and guidance to a dedicated group of students.
* Organise and lead extracurricular language or cultural activities (e.g., German club).
* Maintain an orderly, purposeful, and stimulating classroom learning environment.
What We Offer
* A supportive, collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
* The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you? Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of an MFL Teacher (German). For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.
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