As a Modern Foreign Languages Teacher, you will play a vital role in helping students develop language skills, cultural awareness, and confidence in communication. You will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons to students aged 11–16+ (Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and potentially Key Stage 5) and supporting learners as they progress towards GCSE and A-Level language qualifications.
We work with a wide network of secondary schools and colleges across Rhondda Cynon Taf and Cardiff, meaning we can match talented teachers with schools that suit their teaching style and career goals.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality Modern Foreign Languages lessons to secondary school students
Teach languages such as French, Spanish, German, or other MFL specialisms
Plan and deliver engaging, structured, and differentiated lessons
Assess and monitor student progress through regular feedback and marking
Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level language exams
Maintain excellent classroom management and positive learning environments
Encourage student participation and confidence in speaking foreign languages
Work collaboratively with other teaching staff and school departments
Requirements
The successful MFL Teacher will have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
A degree or specialism in Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
Experience teaching languages at secondary school level (KS3–KS5)
Ability to teach GCSE and A-Level Modern Foreign Languages
Excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills
Strong communication and organisational skills
A passion for language learning and cultural education
Experience planning engaging and interactive language lessons
Why Work with TeacherActive?
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, connecting talented teachers with top schools across Wales and the UK.
When you join TeacherActive, you’ll benefit from:
A dedicated education consultant available 24/7
Flexible teaching opportunities to suit your schedule
Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme(Terms and Conditions apply)
Free CPD courses and professional development through our My-Progression platform
Market-leading daily pay rates
Referral scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
All staff are paid through PAYE, ensuring the correct tax and National Insurance contributions are applied with no hidden admin fees.
Apply Today
If you are a qualified MFL Teacher looking for a rewarding teaching role in Cardiff, we would love to hear from you.
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services
Salary description
£172.00 - £175.00 per day