Teacher of German at Haberdashers' Boys' School

About this Role

Habs has been awarded Independent School of the Year 2025, with Haberdashers' Elstree Schools receiving both the award for Outstanding Educational Partnerships and the overall top accolade of Independent School of the Year 2025. This recognition reflects our long-term commitment to social impact and the deep, sustained collaborations we continue to build with our state sector partners. It is an exciting time to join our community.

At Haberdashers' Boys' School, we believe languages open doors; to cultures, to ideas, and to the wider world. We are looking for an inspiring and committed Teacher of German to join our thriving Modern Languages department and help bring that belief to life for our pupils.

This is an exciting opportunity to teach German in a school where academic curiosity is celebrated, classrooms are alive with discussion, and pupils are motivated to achieve at the highest level. The ability to offer a second language (such as French or Spanish) would be a distinct advantage.

Importantly, we recognise that great teachers value flexibility. This role is available on either a full-time or part-time basis, and we are open to discussing working patterns that support both the successful candidate and the needs of the department.

About the role

You will:

• Teach German across the age range, from enthusiastic beginners to highly able Sixth Form linguists
• Ideally contribute to the teaching of a second language
• Inspire a love of languages through dynamic, engaging lessons
• Play a full part in the wider life of the department and the school, including trips, exchanges, and co-curricular activities

Whether you are an early career teacher or bring a wealth of experience, you will find a supportive and ambitious environment where your ideas are welcomed and your development is encouraged.

About you

You will:

• Have a strong academic background in German (and ideally another language)
• Be passionate about languages and committed to delivering excellent teaching
• Be keen to contribute to a collaborative and high-performing department
• Bring energy, warmth and a genuine enthusiasm for working with young people

What we offer:

• We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with the candidate's experience
• Approximately 17 weeks holiday per year.
• Private Pension Scheme through Aegon with four flexible options and generous employer contributions.
• Additional life insurance cover and income protection.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing confidential support and advice.
• Financial assistance for further qualifications.
• Extensive professional development and training opportunities.
• Free lunch and refreshments.
• Free onsite parking and access to travel on the school's extensive coach network.
• Complimentary access to state-of-the-art sports facilities, including gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes.
• Wellbeing initiatives such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, and health checks.
• Access to an online GP service for quick and convenient healthcare advice.
• Access to Vivup, our staff benefits platform offering discounts, financial advice, and wellbeing resources.

Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy sooner, please apply as soon as possible.

Haberdashers' Elstree Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.