MFL Teacher

Are you a passionate and dedicated Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) teacher looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming secondary school in Stockton-on-Tees for a full-time, long-term MFL Teacher to cover a period of staff sickness.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community where you can make a real difference to students’ learning while enjoying the flexibility and support of working through a trusted education recruitment agency.

The Role

As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring MFL lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. The school welcomes applications from teachers who can teach one or more modern foreign languages, with French and Spanish being particularly desirable. You will be expected to plan and deliver lessons, assess student progress, maintain high standards of classroom behaviour, and contribute positively to the wider school environment.

The position is expected to continue on a long-term basis while covering a member of staff on sickness absence, offering consistency and stability for both staff and students.

The School

Our client school is a friendly and inclusive secondary school located in Stockton-on-Tees. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The leadership team is supportive, and supply staff are welcomed as valued members of the school community from day one.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching Modern Foreign Languages within a secondary school setting.
• Can teach one or more languages, including French and/or Spanish.
• Has excellent classroom management skills.
• Is enthusiastic, organised, and committed to delivering high-quality teaching.
• Can quickly build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Has an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

Benefits: 

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available. 

• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards. 

• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule. 

• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths. 

• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives. 

• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy. 

• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers. 

• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact. 

• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one. 

• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal. 

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment. 

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details. 

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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines. 

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.