MFL Teacher – 0.8 FTE

Location: Rugeley, Staffordshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Temporary / Fixed-term
Hours: 0.8 FTE
Subject: Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
Phase: Secondary
Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Duration : 07/09/2026 - 02/10/2026

About the School

We are working with a well-established and highly regarded secondary school in the Rugeley area of Staffordshire. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for students and is committed to delivering a broad, ambitious curriculum that encourages pupils to develop academically, socially and personally.

The school has a collaborative and welcoming staff team, with high expectations for student achievement, behaviour and personal development. They are now seeking an enthusiastic MFL Teacher to join their team on a 0.8 FTE basis, with the role offering an excellent opportunity to become part of an established department.

The Role

The successful MFL Teacher will teach Modern Foreign Languages across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging, well-structured lessons that develop students' confidence and ability in their chosen language.

The role will involve:

• Planning and delivering high-quality MFL lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teaching students with a range of abilities and prior attainment.

• Preparing KS4 students effectively for their GCSE examinations.

• Developing students' skills across speaking, listening, reading and writing.

• Creating an engaging and positive classroom environment.

• Assessing and monitoring student progress.

• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and classroom management.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues within the MFL department.

• Contributing positively to the wider life of the school.

The 0.8 FTE timetable provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher seeking a part-time position, as well as those looking to achieve a positive work-life balance alongside their teaching career.

Qualifications & Experience Required

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Have experience teaching MFL within a UK secondary school.

• Be confident teaching across KS3 and KS4.

• Have strong subject knowledge in at least one Modern Foreign Language.

• Ideally have experience delivering a GCSE MFL curriculum.

• Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour-management skills.

• Be able to engage and motivate students of varying abilities.

• Be enthusiastic, reliable and committed to achieving positive outcomes for students.

• Be able to work effectively as part of an established department.

What the School Can Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• A well-established MFL department.

• Engaged students and high expectations for learning.

• Supportive colleagues and school leadership.

• A 0.8 FTE teaching timetable.

• The opportunity to make a genuine contribution to students' progress and development.

Apply Now

If you are an enthusiastic MFL Teacher looking for a part-time opportunity in the Rugeley area and believe you can make a positive contribution to students' learning and progress, we would love to hear from you.

About Tara

We provide a dedicated and committed service to candidates, supporting teachers and support staff in their search for suitable & regular work and excellent Teacher Referral Bonuses. Tara Professional Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and encourages applications from all interested parties.

All applicants will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit. 

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and work diligently to help raise the standards of education within our schools.
Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

What we're looking for

We are seeking candidates who:

• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Have a clear understanding of professional boundaries, safeguarding responsibilities and the importance of reporting concerns in line with school policies and statutory guidance.

• Share our values of integrity, professionalism, inclusivity and putting the needs of children first.

• Have a positive, reliable and proactive attitude, with the ability to build professional relationships with pupils, colleagues and school staff.

• Are committed to creating safe, supportive learning environments where every child can thrive.

• Are willing to engage fully with safer recruitment and ongoing compliance requirements, including safeguarding training and vetting checks.

Successful applicants will be expected to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and always act in the best interests of children.