Teacher of Modern Languages (Maternity Cover)

Clifton College is a leading independent day and boarding school educating over 1,200 pupils aged 3 months to 18.

Founded in 1862, the College provides an exceptional all-round education that successfully combines a rich heritage with modern state-of-the-art facilities.

Located in one of the most beautiful suburbs of the vibrant city of Bristol, Clifton College continues to lead the way as one of the best independent schools in the country. 

Clifton College offers day education, flexi and full boarding and is a proudly inclusive and supportive community, with over 40 nationalities represented.

The opportunity has arisen for us to appoint a dynamic and creative full-time MFL Teacher (Maternity Cover) to commence Friday 14th April 2023.

The successful candidate will have a passion for languages, will be driven, and will have high personal standards. The ability to offer French to A level and Spanish to Year 9 is essential. The ability to teach Italian would be beneficial. Applicants should also indicate whether they have experience of teaching any additional languages.

To apply for this role, please complete the application form found on this page and return it to myfuture@cliftoncollege.com by 8am on Friday 17th January 2022. Interviews will be held in the week commencing Monday 20th February 2022 however we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the community we are part of. Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, age or disability. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

Clifton College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment. Due to the nature of the role, you will need to complete an enhanced criminal record disclosure (DBS check) and undergo our pre-employment screening. As a regulated sector we are required to ask for references prior to interview, by applying for this role you are consenting for us to contact your referees.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation from Offenders Act 1974 therefore you will be asked to disclose all previous convictions not exempt under amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.