Trainee Teacher of MFL

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Salary: Unqualified Teacher Scale - £22,601 – £35,259

Site: Queen Katharine Academy

Closing date:  9am on Mon 22^nd June

Start date:  Sept 2026

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.  

Do you value respect in every interaction?

Are you driven by ambition to inspire young minds through language?

Do you take responsibility for making a real difference every day?

If so, Queen Katharine Academy would love to hear from you!

Your role:

As a trainee teacher of MFL, you will learn to craft engaging, well-planned lessons that bring language learning to life and support every student to achieve their full potential. You will develop the skills to teach across Key Stages, building students’ confidence in communication while promoting a love of languages and cultural understanding. With guidance from experienced colleagues, you will plan, deliver and assess learning, gaining experience in monitoring progress, adapting teaching to meet varied needs, and creating inclusive classrooms where every learner feels valued and challenged.

You will grow into a teacher who sets high expectations, builds positive relationships and inspires young people through creative and purposeful learning experiences. Alongside this, you will contribute to the wider life of the Academy, supporting students’ personal development, working collaboratively with colleagues, and engaging with professional development opportunities that strengthen your practice.

We are looking for someone with a passion for languages, a strong subject knowledge and a commitment to developing effective teaching and learning strategies. You will be motivated to raise achievement, able to build rapport with students and colleagues, and eager to learn how to deliver inclusive, high-quality lessons that support all learners to thrive.

About us:

At Queen Katharine Academy, you will find more than a training placement, you will discover a supportive and ambitious community where staff are valued and empowered to grow. As part of the Thomas Deacon Education Trust, you will benefit from collaboration, shared expertise and a strong network focused on continuous improvement and professional development.

This is a place where your ambition is nurtured, your contribution matters, and your journey into teaching is shaped with care and purpose. If you are ready to begin your teaching career in a diverse, welcoming and forward-thinking environment, we would love to hear from you.

Why work for us?:

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a team committed to “working together to transform lives through education.”

•              High-quality, ongoing professional development at every stage of your career

•              Trust-wide networks for collaboration, coaching, and subject development

•              Clear pathways for career progression and leadership

•              A supportive induction programme, rated highly by 95% of new employees

•              A culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth

Whether you are an early career teacher seeking outstanding mentoring or an experienced practitioner ready for your next challenge, this role offers the chance to grow, lead, and excel within a school that is moving confidently forward.  To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits

Ready to transform lives through education?  Apply now and make a difference!

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at  hrteam@tdet.education