What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed part-time MFL teacher (0.5FTE) to join an outstanding department to teach bright, well-motivated pupils in a supportive environment. The department is looking for an excellent all-rounder, with the ability to teach French, German and Spanish to KS3 ideally with ability to teach GCSE in at least one an advantage.
The successful candidate will be a part of a department of seven in this very popular oversubscribed school, where the teaching of MFL is at the heart of the curriculum. All pupils learn two languages in Year 7 (for academic year 2025-2026 these will be German and French) with pupils in Years 8 and 9 learning French, German and Spanish.
Throughout Key Stage 3, we cover a range of topics based on pupils’ daily lives and tourist situations. Pupils are encouraged to find their preferred method of learning vocabulary and to develop their comprehension skills in listening and reading. Pupils also consolidate core competences in grammatical knowledge with a focus on translation to and from the target language, given the increased focus on this skill in the new GCSE. They also develop their speaking skills so that they can respond spontaneously in everyday situations, preparing them well for their future as well as for the requirements of the new GCSE oral examinations. During language lessons, pupils have an opportunity to learn about cultural components such as geography, history, film, customs and traditions, which bring languages to life.
Having had the opportunity to study three of the main European languages, TWGGS pupils are able to make an informed decision about which languages they would like to continue at GCSE. The Modern Foreign Language department offers GCSE courses in French, German and Spanish. Pupils are required to study one foreign language as a core subject and may also opt to study a second one. We like to encourage all pupils achieving good results at Key Stage 3 to consider how beneficial it will be for them to carry on studying two languages at GCSE. The department has a history of very good GCSE results and TWGGS pupils enjoy the lively, dynamic and engaging language lessons.
The department has strong links with other schools and offer a range of extra-curricular experiences including exchange programmes.
ECT induction and support at TWGGS are strong: a TLR holder has responsibility for ECTs and new staff induction, and arranges training sessions throughout the year, led by herself and others, covering a diverse range of topics. She also observes ECTs, works with them to set and meet targets and reviews progress regularly. Significant support, subject-specific rather than generic, is also freely given by the department.
We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about the subject and keen to be part of a department eager to inspire and enthuse pupils. The school also prides itself on the number of extra-curricular clubs and opportunities available generally, and members of staff offer a range of activities in areas of personal interest; an enthusiasm for such involvement in the wider life of the school would be an advantage.
TWGGS is an 11 – 18 girls’ selective school of about a thousand pupils, where girls are encouraged to be as active beyond the curriculum as they are within it. Trips, visits and extra-curricular activities are unrivalled in the state sector, but, more importantly, it is an amazingly happy, positive community to be part of.The prospectus is on the school’s website which may be found at and will, we hope, give you a feel for the atmosphere and ethos of TWGGS.
What the school offers its staff
Benefits of working at TWGGS
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to training and development
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Free tea and coffee
• On site parking
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme - wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free lunch for parents' evenings and on your birthday
• From 2026-27 admissions, 'Daughters of staff' is category 5 of our admissions criteria - daughters of permanent members of staff (minimum 0.5FTE) who have passed the Kent Test, with the staff member having at least two years’ service at the time of application for admission is made or if the member of staff has been recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.