MFL teacher
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £172 to £175 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | CF81 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teacheractive Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | QTSmfl-89851 |
Summary
TeacherActive are currently recruiting for a passionate and qualified MFL Teacher (Modern Foreign Languages Teacher) to work in secondary schools across Cardiff and the surrounding areas. This is a full-time teaching opportunity with the potential to become a long-term position for the right candidate.
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.
Click “APPLY NOW” and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.
Email: Archie.Bird@teacheractive.com
Phone: 02920099995
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.