SWEDISH SCHOOLLONDONEST.1907
Teacher in MFL German at the Swedish School in London
The Swedish School in London is a friendly and non-selective independent school located in Barnes (age 3-15) and Kew (age 16-19). We follow the Swedish curriculum and offer education from preschool to the sixth form. The school has been ranked Outstanding in three consecutive inspections by Ofsted.
The school works hard to meet students’ goals by creating a motivating environment with focused teachers and small classes. We strive to create a welcoming workplace and work with social interaction between students and teachers. It’s a stimulating and supportive environment. The school is known for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and fl at management structure.
Please visit the school website for further information www.swedishschool.org.uk.
Position available from the autumn term 2026
We are looking for an engaged and skilled teacher in Modern Foreign Languages with a specialisation in German from the Autumn term of 2026.
The position is part-time (40-50%, 2-3 days per week, or according to agreement) and involves teaching German to Swedish students aged 12-15 (equivalent to years 7-11 in the UK system) and in Sixth Form (age 16-18).
Qualifi cations
The successful candidate will have a degree in Modern Foreign languages with German as their specialisation and a qualifi ed teacher status (QTS) or equivalent.
Experience of teaching MFL German at the GCSE level and A-levels is desirable.
You have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
Who are we looking for?
Teachers at the Swedish School have a student-centred approach and can forge positive relationships with pupils to encourage participation and learning. You are a confi dent and effective classroom teacher who is sensitive to pupil needs and has high expectations of what students can achieve. As a teacher, you can provide pupils and parents with ample feedback about learning and progress. You can also individualise your teaching to engage and motivate pupils to develop and stretch according to their needs and goals.
You must also want to learn a new curriculum and school system and embrace working in an international setting and more informal culture.
We will also emphasise the candidate’s personal traits as we are keen to fi nd the right staff member to join our team of engaged teachers.
SWEDISH SCHOOLLONDONEST.1907
Terms of employment
Form of employment
The offered teaching position is part-time (40-50%, 2-3 days per week, or according to agreement) and will commence on Monday, 17 August 2026. Any employment with the school will start with a probation period of one academic year.
Salary
Individual salary structure
Right to work in the UK
Following the UK’s exit from the European Union, non-British citizens must prove their right to live and work in the UK.
Your application
Your application must consist of the following documents and information:
Cover letter
Comprehensive CV without any unexplained gaps
Evidence of Teacher Qualifi cation and Diplomas
Two references, one of whom must be a senior school manager
Please send us your application as soon as possible, no later than 31st May, as we will fi ll the position once we fi nd the right candidate. Please send your application to Headteacher Anette Elving Ferm by email to aelvingferm@swedishschool.org.uk using ”German Teacher” as the subject title in your email.
Questions
Please contact:
● Anette Elving Ferm, Headteacher, email: aelvingferm@swedishschool.org.uk
Richmond Local Safeguarding Children Board
The Swedish School in London is committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in the UK and a register check from any other country you’ve lived and worked in permanently.