Current vacancies at
Primary Languages Network

We are always looking for Primary Language Teachers to work across the North West

Are you a languages teacher looking for part time or cover work?

Join our team of Primary languages teachers and:

  • Work as part of a team of 20+ language teachers

  • Receive ongoing support and advice from the team

  • Be employed by PLN with Pension and Sick Pay etc

  • Access our planning and teaching resources

  • Teach in one or several schools a week

Current Language teacher vacancies

  • French teacher | Warrington (WA2) | Tuesdays (5 hours in total) | £23.00 per hour | September 25 start 

  •  French teacher | Warrington (Woolston WA1) | Thursdays (2.5 hours in total) | £27.00 per hour | September 25 start 

  • Spanish teacher | St Helens (WA11) | 1 afternoon (2.5 hours in total) | Day tbc | £27.00 per hour | September 25 start

PLN Teachers have been delivering foreign language provision to primary schools in the Northwest of England since 2011.

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Our approach

At the heart of our approach is the strong belief that schools should retain ownership of all parts of their curriculum, including languages. We want to work WITH you to make languages more visible so you can proudly say ‘We are a French/Spanish/German-speaking school!’

  • Being part of a team who celebrates all the little wins, shares good practice, and constantly aims at improving themselves and the quality of the lessons they deliver to children

    Irene Hernandez- PLN Teacher

  • As a visiting teacher, even just walking down the corridors, to hear 'Bonjour Madame, comment Ça-va?' brings the language learning process to life and makes it real and purposeful

    Kate Percival

  • Part of the magic of teaching languages at primary level is the enjoyment and wonder the children feel each week.

    Kate Percival- PLN Teacher

  • I have learnt that teaching languages in primary is a way of giving a sense of achievement to all children and making pupils smile, regardless of ability and/or difficulties.

    Steph Pierre- PLN Teacher

  • I really enjoy working as a French teacher for PLN because it is a scheme full of songs and stories and activities which engage the young learners.

    Gill Buckley- PLN Teacher

  • I love those “light bulb” moments when they make a connection between words or when they use their phonics knowledge to sound out new words correctly!

    Janet Wallbank- PLN Teacher

  • PLN has developed a curriculum that has absolutely everything a teacher needs to be able to quickly plan for every class at every level. I love that it's so inclusive; I can easily adapt the lessons to suit every ability.

    Ann Langley- PLN Teacher

Who are the PLN Teachers?

PLN Teachers are trained MFL Specialists with backgrounds in Primary and/or Secondary Education. They deliver the Primary Languages Network methodology using PLN’s award-winning digital platform and the Click2Teach SOW in KS2, and the Language Explorer in EYFS and KS1.

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What to expect from working with a PLN Teacher?

  • PLN Teachers plan and deliver lessons to whole classes from Reception to Y6.

  • They work alongside the class teacher or teaching assistant who plays an active role in the lesson through team teaching and supporting children as needed, including with classroom management.

  • The class teacher or teaching assistant’s role is to model being the learner, including having a go, learning from mistakes, and showing curiosity and empathy towards learning about a new culture and language.

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