Teacher of German

Are you a qualified Teacher of German ready to share your passion for language and culture in a dynamic, forward-thinking school?
Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with an Ofsted Outstanding Academy in Oldham, seeking a talented German specialist to join their Modern Languages Department on a full-time temporary basis from as soon as possible until Christmas, with the potential to continue beyond.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic German teacher to teach pupils aged 11-16 in a supportive and ambitious school environment.

• Full-time temporary teaching position
• Delivery of engaging and inspiring lessons in German across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Focus on developing key language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening
• No Year 11 or GCSE exam classes - ideal for teachers who want to focus on language-building and engagement
• Suitable for both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners

You will be working collaboratively within a dedicated Languages Department and will play an important role in helping to establish a strong culture of language learning as the school continues to grow.

The School

This impressive new Academy, which opened in 2022, is already achieving exceptional success:

• Rated Outstanding and Good by Ofsted (June 2025)
• Currently has Years 7, 8, 9 and 10, adding a new year group each academic year
• Already oversubscribed thanks to its reputation for excellence
• Offers a first-class, aspirational education comparable to the best independent schools - but free to local families
• High expectations for behaviour, learning and achievement
• Part of a high-performing multi-academy trust with a strong record of success
• Features state-of-the-art facilities and excellent public transport links in the heart of Oldham

Requirements

To join us and be successful in this German Teacher role, you will need to:

• Hold QTS, QTLS, or a recognised Further Education qualification (PGCE14+, Certificate of Education, etc.)
• Demonstrate excellent German language skills
• Have experience teaching students aged 11-16
• Hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and relevant employment checks
• Have the legal right to work in the UK

Why Work with Tradewind?

By registering with Tradewind Recruitment, you will benefit from:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through our partnership with The National College
• Comprehensive interview preparation and lesson planning support
• A generous referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn rewards
• An easy-to-use online portal for managing timesheets and availability
• Local consultants and an in-house payroll team based in London
• Holiday pay options and regular social and networking events

If you're ready to inspire students and share your passion for German in a vibrant, supportive school, we'd love to hear from you.

Call our Manchester office on 0161 674 0138
or
Email: Manchester@twrecruitment.com