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MFL Teacher – Long-Term Cover (12 Weeks)
Middle School – Redditch
Start Date: Jan 2026 

Smile Education is recruiting on behalf of Bordesley MAT for a French and German MFL Teacher to provide long-term cover at one of their middle schools in Redditch.
This is a full teaching role starting ASAP, expected to last for 12 weeks, with full responsibilities including planning, teaching, and assessment.

The Role:

Teaching French and German across the relevant middle school age range
Delivering engaging and inclusive lessons in line with the national curriculum
Taking on full classroom responsibilities, including planning, marking, and assessment
Working collaboratively within a supportive MFL department and wider school teamRequirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Subject specialism in Languages
Ability to commit to a full-time, long-term placement
Strong classroom management and a positive approach to teaching MFL
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)The School Offers:

A welcoming and well-supported school environment
Clear expectations and strong leadership through Bordesley MAT
Support from Smile Education throughout the placement

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications