German First Language Teacher (KS2-KS5) (Maternity Cover)

ABOUT THE ROLE

At St Andrews, we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic German First Language Teacher to join our Languages team on a maternity cover contract. The successful candidate will primarily teach German First Language to students aged approximately 8–14, from Year 3 to Year 9, supporting native and fluent German-speaking students in developing their language, literacy and cultural awareness skills. The role will also include teaching IB German Literature to students in Years 12 and 13, so previous experience teaching German Literature at IB Diploma level, or a comparable senior secondary qualification, is highly desirable. Class sizes are small, allowing teachers to respond effectively to individual learning needs and provide a stimulating and academically challenging learning environment. Students are motivated and engaged, and we are looking for a teacher who can bring genuine enthusiasm for German Language and Literature to the classroom

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong subject knowledge in German Language and Literature.
• Experience teaching German as a First Language to native or highly proficient students.
• Experience teaching students across Year 3 to Year 9 or comparable age groups.
• The ability to teach IB German Literature in Years 12 and 13.
• An understanding of how to differentiate learning across a wide range of ages and abilities.
• A flexible and collaborative approach to working within an international school Languages team.
• Experience teaching within an international school environment or an English National Curriculum setting would be an advantage.
• Experience supporting students with a range of additional learning needs would be beneficial.

Our classrooms have access to interactive technology and digital learning resources, and there is a strong commitment to integrating ICT meaningfully into teaching and learning. As well as their teaching responsibilities, all teachers are expected to contribute positively to the school’s pastoral systems and wider school community. This includes supporting school activities and offering an Extra-Curricular Activity that either extends students’ learning within their subject area or reflects another area of personal interest.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

At St Andrews, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive school, and we have an excellent reputation for supporting children with special educational needs. Experience of teaching children with dyslexia, mild autism, ADHD and other additional learning needs would be valuable prior experience for a teacher wishing to join our team.

Our Mission Statement commits us to meeting “all the needs of the individual learner”, and this applies equally to students requiring additional support and those targeting the very highest grades at IGCSE and IB.

Our Community

Joining St Andrews means becoming part of a warm and inclusive community where teachers contribute beyond the classroom. In addition to teaching, you will engage in our vibrant pastoral system, residential trips and extracurricular activities that enhance student growth, whether through academics, creative arts, sports or social initiatives.

Curriculum and Learning Approach

Our curriculum broadly follows the English National Curriculum, enriched by an inclusive and international perspective. Senior students take IGCSEs and the IB Diploma, with additional pathways including the IB Career-related Programme and International BTECs, allowing us to meet the needs of our diverse student community. We embrace technology as an integral part of teaching and learning and continually adapt to developments in digital education. Every teacher receives a personal device to support their work.

Safeguarding at St Andrews

St Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all our students and expects all staff to share the same commitment. No teacher will be appointed without satisfactory safeguarding checks, including at least two professional references, one of which must be from the most recent employer, a ten-year criminal record check, and any relevant regional Prohibition Order/DBS or equivalent checks.

CONTRACT PERIOD

This position is a maternity cover appointment for approximately four months, commencing in January or February 2027 and continuing until May 2027. The exact start date will be confirmed with the successful candidate.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you would like to apply for this position, please complete the application process through Jobtrain, accessible via the Nord Anglia Education careers website:
http://www.nordangliaeducation.com/careers/
The closing date for applications is 18th October 2026, with applications being reviewed as