Location: Birmingham Start Date: 1st June 2026 (earlier start possible prior to half term) End Date: 17th July 2026 Contract Type: Full‑time / Temporary (Long‑term) Monarch Education is working with a secondary school in Birmingham to recruit a highly experienced Teacher of French & Spanish for a full‑time temporary position. This role requires a confident and capable MFL specialist with proven KS4 experience, able to contribute effectively from day one. The successful candidate will join a busy and supportive languages department, delivering French and Spanish across KS3 and KS4 and supporting the wider school where required. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver high‑quality French and Spanish lessons across KS3 and KS4 Take full responsibility for planning, marking, and assessment in line with departmental expectations Support strong pupil progress through engaging, structured, and purposeful lessons Maintain high standards of behaviour for learning and classroom management May be allocated form tutor responsibilities (to be confirmed) Carry out duty cover before school, during break, lunch, and/or after school (to be confirmed) Provide ad hoc cover for other departments as required, acting as a cover supervisor Attend Parents' Evenings where required (to be confirmed) Undertake other duties relevant to the department or as directed by the Head of Department or SLT Skills & Qualifications Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential Strong experience teaching French and Spanish, including KS4 Secure knowledge of the National Curriculum and GCSE MFL requirements Excellent classroom management and organisational skills Ability to differentiate effectively to meet a range of learning needs Flexible, reliable, and confident supporting the wider school where required Personal Attributes Experienced and confident MFL practitioner Professional, resilient, and adaptable Strong team player with a proactive attitude Committed to safeguarding and high professional standards Comfortable taking on wider responsibilities within a school setting Benefits of Working with Monarch Education A leading education provider and Crown Commercial Service Approved Access to the Affinity Academy for CPD and career development Free safeguarding training Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £200 per successful referral Online portal for managing pay, timesheets, and availability Find out more about Monarch Education: About Us - Monarch Education Important Information All pay rates include rolled‑up holiday pay Monarch Education and Affinity Workforce Solutions are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people This role involves regulated activity ; applicants will require two references, an enhanced DBS, and right‑to‑work verification This vacancy is UK‑based ; only candidates with the right to work in the UK can be considered If you do not receive a response within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful; however, your details will be retained for future opportunities