Teacher of MFL - French & Spanish (Mat Cover)
This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
The Dean Close Foundation is looking to appoint a Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages to join its vibrant MFL Department on a maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity to teach highly motivated pupils in a department known for strong academic outcomes, enrichment, and a genuine passion for languages. This is a full time role, starting in September 2026.
The successful candidate will teach French from Years 9–13 and Spanish up to GCSE (or vice versa), contributing fully to the academic and pastoral life of the School.
You will work closely with the Head of MFL and departmental colleagues, supporting the delivery of engaging lessons and the wider co-curricular programme, while maintaining high expectations of pupil progress and wellbeing. The department offers a rich co-curricular programme, including study tours to Vichy and Salamanca, film evenings, competitions, debates, university links, and language taster sessions.
The successful candidate will be an experienced MFL teacher, who has the ability to to teach French and Spanish to A level and GCSE respectively.
The Dean Close Foundation are a values-driven organisation that fosters love, courage, and contribution. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages creativity, compassion, and collaboration.
Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustments are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or recruitment@deanclose.org.uk with your query.
Internal applicants
Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.
The Foundation
Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.
Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Some of our available benefits
Discounted tickets to the Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham
Cycle to Work Scheme for all staff
Enhanced holiday
Electric Car Scheme available for staff
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