Introduction
Teaching languages allows you to share your enthusiasm for the subject and use your creativity to make learning exciting and relevant for young people − equipping them with skills to live and work in a global society.
Modern languages teachers are in demand in schools. If you decide to teach languages you will benefit from excellent training, great incentives and a competitive salary. You can develop a rewarding career with the opportunity to progress rapidly.
The main languages taught in schools are French, German and Spanish. Others include Italian, Russian, Mandarin, Japanese, Urdu and Bengali. In Wales, Welsh is taught as a second language in English-speaking schools and as a first language in Welsh-speaking schools.
Trainee modern languages teachers are highly valued and receive additional financial support during their training. If you want to teach modern languages, there is a training route to suit you.
