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Posted 20 July, 2026

MFL (French and Spanish) ECT

Ribbons and Reeves Limited
Chelmsford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

MFL ECT (French & Spanish) Secondary School in Braintree Start Date: September 2026 | Full-Time | Permanent\n
\n Are you an ambitious MFL ECT specialising in French and Spanish, ready to begin your teaching career in a supportive, high-performing secondary school? This forward-thinking schoolpart of a well-established, high-achieving Trustseeks a committed MFL ECT able to teach both French and Spanish up to KS4.\n
\n This is an excellent opportunity to join a school that invests heavily in staff development, sets high expectations and offers a warm, community-driven environment where both students and teachers thrive.\n
Why This School? This Braintree secondary school is part of a respected Trust known for its strong leadership, consistent routines and commitment to raising standards. As an MFL ECT, you will benefit from:\n
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  • Trust-Wide Support & Training Access high-quality CPD, shared expertise and structured development pathways designed to help ECTs flourish.
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  • Clear Behaviour Systems Consistent routines that allow you to focus on excellent teaching rather than behaviour management.
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  • Warm, Respectful Culture A school where students feel known, supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best.
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  • Collaborative MFL Department A supportive team that shares resources, ideas and best practice.
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  • Strong Community Ethos A school with positive relationships, strong pastoral care and a commitment to developing confident, resilient young people.
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  • Ambitious Curriculum & Enrichment A rich academic and co-curricular offer that creates a vibrant, aspirational school community.
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The Role As an MFL ECT (French & Spanish), you will:\n
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  • Teach French and Spanish confidently up to Key Stage 4
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  • Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire a love of languages
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  • Contribute to curriculum planning and department development
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  • Build positive relationships with students, promoting confidence and progress
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  • Work closely with colleagues and benefit from Trust-wide CPD
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  • Uphold the schools values of respect, responsibility and aspiration
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The Ideal MFL ECT The school is looking for an MFL ECT who is:\n
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  • Able to teach both French and Spanish to KS4 (essential)
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  • Passionate about language learning and cultural education
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  • Reflective, motivated and eager to grow within a supportive Trust
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  • A strong communicator who builds rapport quickly
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  • A team player who contributes positively to school life
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If youre ready to begin your teaching career in a school that offers genuine support, high expectations and excellent development opportunities, apply with your updated CV today.\n
\n Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essexs leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search Ribbons & Reeves online wed be happy to support your application.\n
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