Job Description
Fluent Welsh-Speaking Languages Specialist (MFL) - Full Time - CardiffStart Date: After Half TermAspire People are working closely with secondary schools in Cardiff to recruit a Fluent Welsh-speaking Languages Specialist for a full-time position starting after half term. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate languages specialist to support learners at GCSE level and contribute to improving language attainment across the school.The RoleThe successful candidate will support pupils with language learning and literacy development, working across KS3 and KS4. Responsibilities may include:Supporting the delivery of Welsh and Modern Foreign Languages up to GCSE levelDelivering small-group and 1:1 interventionsAssisting learners with speaking, listening, reading and writing skillsSupporting classroom teachers with lesson delivery and resourcesWorking with pupils of mixed abilities in line with school expectationsGCSE Languages SupportedThese are optional GCSE subjects offered by many secondary schools in Wales.
The most commonly taught GCSE languages are:French Spanish German In addition, all pupils in Wales study Welsh to GCSE level (Core Cymraeg or Welsh First Language, depending on the school setting).Essential RequirementsFluent Welsh speaker (spoken and written)Minimum A-Level in Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)Ability to support GCSE-level Welsh and/or MFLA professional, proactive approach and strong communication skillsPassion for education and supporting young peopleDesirable (but not essential)Experience working in a secondary school settingAdditional MFL qualifications or degree-level studyExperience supporting ALN/SEN, EAL, literacy intervention or behaviour supportPay & BenefitsRate of pay dependent on experience and qualificationsOpportunity for long-term or permanent placementDedicated consultant support throughout your placementAccess to CPD and training opportunitiesSafeguardingAspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks in line with school and local authority requirements.Apply NowTo apply or to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch with:Melissa Riddle - Aspire People (Cardiff Office)|Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment.
Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.