Job Description

Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French) – Braintree, Essex – September 2026

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French) to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Braintree, Essex. This role is ideal for a passionate linguist eager to inspire pupils in an 11–18 setting that values academic success, cultural awareness and high standards of teaching and learning.

• Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French) role within a supportive and collaborative department

• Competitive salary on the MPS/UPS for the Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French)

• Strong professional development offer, including subject-specific CPD

• Supportive senior leadership team with a clear school vision

• Opportunity to teach motivated pupils in Braintree, Essex with good resources and facilities

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons as a Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French) across KS3 and KS4

• Opportunity to teach KS5 for the right Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French)

• Plan, assess and adapt lessons to meet a range of learner needs

• Promote a love of languages and cultural understanding as a Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French)

• Use data to monitor progress and support achievement

• Contribute to enrichment activities and the wider school community in Braintree, Essex

Person Specification

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) with specialism in Spanish and French

• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for modern languages

• Confident teaching both Spanish and French across KS3 and KS4 as a Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French)

• KS5 experience desirable but not essential

• Committed to inclusive practice, high expectations and continuous improvement

• Keen to contribute positively to school life in Braintree, Essex

This Modern Languages Teacher (Spanish & French) role would suit an ECT or experienced teacher looking to develop their career in a supportive and ambitious environment.

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