Modern Foreign Languages Supply Teacher – Secondary
Location: East Grinstead & Surrounding Areas Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time – Flexible Days Salary: Paid to scale – M1 to UPS3 or £130–£150 per day Hours: School hours (typically 08:30–15:30)
Teach Languages Your Way – Flexible, Engaging, Rewarding
If you’re looking for an MFL teaching role that fits around your life, this flexible supply opportunity could be ideal. Whether your strengths are Spanish, French, German or a combination, this role lets you focus on what you love — inspiring students to enjoy and succeed in languages.
We’re looking for confident MFL teachers to join our supply team across East Grinstead and nearby areas. Every day brings a new classroom, new learners and fresh challenges — perfect for teachers who enjoy variety and want to keep their practice sharp.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Delivering engaging MFL lessons across KS3 and KS4
* Creating positive, inclusive and well‑managed learning environments
* Adapting quickly to different schools, schemes of work and class abilities
* Supporting student progress, confidence and communication skills
* Working collaboratively with school staff and following school policies
What We’re Looking For
* UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Experience teaching MFL at secondary level (Spanish, French or German)
* Strong classroom management and subject knowledge
* Someone adaptable, reliable and enthusiastic
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
* Ability to plan, deliver and assess lessons when required
Why Join Supply Desk?
* Flexible bookings that work around your schedule
* Access to CPD and language‑specific training
* A friendly, dedicated consultant who knows the local schools
* Earn up to £150 with our Refer‑a‑Friend scheme
To apply, please visit supplydesk.co.uk or click the ‘Apply Now’ button. For more information, contact Emrys Woodhatch on 01273 609 993.
Refer a friend: Receive up to £150 for successfully referring someone you think may be suitable for the role – subject to them being successful.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.