Location: Leicester
Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 based on experience
Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Job Description
Clarence Recruitment are urgently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages (French or Spanish) to join a high-performing co-educational secondary school in Leicester.
The successful candidate will teach French or Spanish up to GCSE level, with the opportunity to teach A-Level for suitably experienced teachers. You will be joining a well-resourced school with state-of-the-art facilities and a highly supportive Head of Languages, offering a positive and progressive working environment.
This role is ideal for a dynamic MFL teacher looking to develop their career within a successful school that values high-quality teaching and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging and effective MFL lessons in French or Spanish
Teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
Plan, prepare, and assess lessons in line with curriculum expectations
Inspire and motivate pupils of all abilities
Maintain positive classroom behaviour and strong pupil relationships
Contribute positively to the wider school community and department
Requirements
Applicants must have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a UK-recognised teaching qualification
Legal right to work in the UK
Ability to teach French or Spanish to GCSE level
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
Overseas police clearance where applicable
Satisfactory professional references
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
About Clarence Recruitment
Clarence Recruitment are highly experienced recruitment specialists operating within the Education Sector. We work with exceptionally talented candidates and place them into outstanding opportunities. As an independent agency, we are agile, responsive, and focused on supporting your career progression.
Your consultant, Alan, has over 15 years' experience supporting schools across the East Midlands and holds Qualified Teacher Status, providing exceptional insight and guidance throughout the recruitment process.
Apply Now
If you're an MFL teacher seeking a permanent opportunity in Leicester, apply today. Interviews are taking place immediately.
We are currently working with a wide range of vacancies, so if this role is not quite right for you, please send us your CV to explore alternative opportunities better suited to your experience and aspirations.
Safeguarding
Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025
Salary description
£32916.00 - £51048.00 per year