Job Description

Secondary Early Career Teacher (ECT) Modern Foreign Languages

Location: Chadderton, Oldham
Position: Secondary Early Career Teacher (ECT) Modern Foreign Languages
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £150 £180 per day

Are you a trainee MFL teacher ready to begin your teaching career in a school that celebrates ambition, diversity, and academic excellence?

Cover People are recruiting on behalf of an innovative and rapidly growing secondary school in Chadderton seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school community that is committed to providing an exceptional education for all students, regardless of background or starting point.

The school serves a diverse, multicultural community and places a strong emphasis on developing confident, knowledgeable, and compassionate young people. Built around the core values of ambition, excellence, and community, the school encourages students to develop a global outlook, making Modern Foreign Languages a valued and important part of the curriculum. Students are encouraged to broaden their understanding of different cultures, perspectives, and ways of life through a rich and challenging educational experience.

As an Early Career Teacher, you will benefit from a supportive induction programme, expert mentoring, and access to high-quality professional development through a well-established trust with a strong track record of teacher development and school improvement. The school is committed to helping new teachers thrive and establish successful, long-term careers in education.

About the Role:

• Teach Modern Foreign Languages across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Deliver engaging lessons that develop students' communication skills and cultural awareness
• Inspire curiosity about different languages and cultures
• Support students of all abilities to achieve their full potential
• Monitor progress and use assessment effectively to inform teaching
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities

About You:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or due to achieve QTS by September 2026
• A degree in French, Spanish, German, or a related language subject
• Passionate about language learning and cultural education
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High expectations of student achievement and behaviour
• Eager to learn, develop, and contribute to a thriving school community

Why Join This School?

• Comprehensive ECT support programme and dedicated mentor
• Strong culture of ambition, achievement, and inclusion
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Diverse and engaged student community
• Collaborative and supportive staff team
• Commitment to both academic success and character development for all students

If you are looking for a school where you can make a meaningful impact while developing into an outstanding MFL practitioner, this could be the perfect opportunity to begin your teaching career.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this secondary school. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check.