MFL Teacher Training | £26,761 Salary | PGCE + QTS | Carlisle

Earn while you train. Qualify in 12 months. Start September 2026.

Is this you?

You're a Modern Foreign Languages graduate — or someone with strong A-level Spanish or French — who loves the subject and wants to inspire the next generation of linguists across Cumbria. If so, we want to hear from you.

What we're offering

• £26,761 salary from day one — you earn throughout your entire training year
• PGCE + QTS in just 12 months, recognised across England
• Ofsted 'Outstanding' rated programme with a 95% trainee success rate
• Structured mentorship from experienced MFL teachers
• Modern, well-equipped language facilities across our Cumbria partner schools
• Enrichment opportunities including language clubs, cultural exchange programmes, and international skills initiatives

How the training works

You'll spend four days a week in school across the Carlisle area, with Wednesdays set aside for online study and professional development.

September – December: Observe lessons, team-teach alongside your mentor, and build your confidence in the classroom. January – March: Take the lead on planning and delivering lessons, and begin developing your assessment strategies. April – July: Teach independently, refine your classroom management, and complete your PGCE and QTS.

What you'll need

• A degree in Spanish, French, or a closely related Modern Foreign Language (2:1 or above preferred) — or strong A-level Spanish or French
• A genuine passion for languages and for teaching
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Carlisle is well connected by road and rail — a driving licence is helpful but not essential.

Ready to apply?

Interviews are ongoing for a September 2026 start. Schools across Carlisle are looking for passionate, linguistically strong trainees who are ready to make a real difference in their communities. Get in touch today to take the first step towards a rewarding career in MFL teaching.

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