Dates
Weds 28th October - Internship training to include safeguarding training (on campus) 4 hours
Nov-Dec: In-school block 1: one session per week (3 hours + 1 hour travel)
Feb-Mar: In school block 2 :one session per week, (3 hours + 1 hour travel)
Weds 14 April: Final evaluation session (on campus) 4 hours
In-school weeks
You will spend 3 hours per week working in local partner schools, with one hour per week paid for travel.
Specific days and times will be worked out based on your availability and the school’s timetable.
Block 1: week commencing 2 November week commencing 9 November week commencing 16 November week commencing 23 November week commencing 30 November week commencing 7 December week commencing 14 December | Block 2: week commencing 22 February week commencing 1 March week commencing 8 March week commencing 15 March week commencing 22 March
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Location: University of Bath premises and local partner schools
Job description
The Languages Insights internship programme provides opportunities for students to gain experience working in partner schools in Bath, using their language skills to support pupils studying languages.
During your internship you will work in a partner school undertaking in-class support, small group and 1-1 language tuition for assigned pupils studying a language. You will need to bring passion, energy and flexibility to the workplace, alongside a genuine desire to support pupils to develop their competency in the language of study.
As well as professional work experience, you’ll benefit from training and development, facilitated and supported by Skills Centre, PoLIS, Careers and employability staff within the university.
Eligibility
The programme is open to University of Bath undergraduate students. Please note that there are particular requirements for proficiency in the languages you will be supporting in schools (see below). If you’re studying a distance learning course or visiting the University on an exchange, you’re not eligible to apply.
We are fully committed to Safer Recruitment. To meet safeguarding requirements for working with children in schools, we will be required to seek DBS clearance for successful candidates, and confirmation of the appointment will depend upon this being secured prior to the internship starting. Please refer to the list of required documentation for a DBS check and ensure you have this easily available Documents you need for a criminal record check: You're from the UK or the European Economic Area - GOV.UK.
You will also be required to undertake safeguarding training in preparation for the role. All required training and support will be provided for you.
Language proficiency requirements
Internship opportunity | Language proficiency required |
Primary school beginner level French | Year 1,2, 3 or 4 French degree (post-A level study) Year 2 French degree (Ab initio) Stage 3.1 Skills Centre French course |
Secondary school GCSE French, Spanish, or German
| Year 1, 2, 3 or 4 French, Spanish, or German degree (post-A level study) Year 2 French, Spanish, or German degree (Ab initio) Stage 4.1 Skills Centre French/Spanish/German courses |
Secondary school A level French, Spanish, German | Year 4 French, German or Spanish degree (post A-level study) |
Available opportunities
You’re not able to apply to a specific school internship opportunity, as this programme is designed to offer professional experience across a range of languages and levels and will depend on the specific support for languages required by partner schools. The panel will review all applications, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre. If you are successful at that stage the panel will match you to the most appropriate internship.
Why apply?
Whether you are considering a future career in education or simply want to develop valuable employability skills and experience, the Languages Insights internship is an excellent opportunity.
Here’s a reflection from one of our 2025-26 interns:
“I took part in the Bath Languages Internship, working as a Language Assistant in Year 10 and 11 classes. I worked in the classroom, circulating to help students, and in small groups for speaking exam practice, as well as assisting the teachers in any other ways I could. It was such a rewarding role and has given me a valuable insight into teaching as I approach the end of my time at university and start to think about my future prospects.”
Main duties and responsibilities
1 | Responsible for organising, planning and delivering learning activities to support pupils in meeting learning objectives and making good progress in the language of study. |
2 | Complete necessary preparation to be able to support pupils effectively in class or in small groups, including preparing role plays, photo cards and scripts to support GCSE and A level students preparing for speaking exams. |
3 | Support small groups of pupils in the language of study, leading activities to enhance their skills and knowledge in preparation for examination. |
4 | Address any misconceptions, correct mistakes, and model correct answers, to support pupils in developing accuracy in the language |
5 | Support pupils to be ambitious in their learning and resilient in their attitude, modelling high standards and a strong work ethic |
6 | Support your host teacher(s) in day-to-day tasks, demonstrating flexibility, and working with interest and enthusiasm and understanding of the professional environment. |
7 | Engage with all training and development throughout the programme, including safeguarding training |
8 | By the end of the internship you can expect to have: - Developed confidence in supporting learners to achieve and in working effectively within a school environment
- Reflected on what you have learned from the professional experience, and planned forwards for your next professional opportunity
- Created a short reflective blog or video identifying what you have gained from the internship
- Made progress in building a professional network to support your future career development
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Your skills and attributes
To be successful in this role you will need to be someone who has:
- Language proficiency in the languages stipulated above at the requisite level
- Excellent written communication skills
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Effective planning and organising skills
- Experience of team working and awareness of different learning styles
- A professional attitude and approach
Additionally, you’ll be:
- Able to take the initiative and be proactive
- Able to relate well to pupils of a range of ages and abilities
- Able to cope with competing and shifting priorities and work towards deadlines
- Enthusiastic, committed and resourceful
Applications open: 14 September
How to apply: Complete this form
Deadline: Sunday 4 October 17:00
Assessment centre: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre at the University on Friday 9 October.
Decisions: Tuesday 12 October. Successful candidates will need to attend a brief in-person ‘right to work’ check before the first day of work, this requires you to have your passport with you. You will also need to apply for a DBS check. Please ensure you have the necessary documents readily available to do this.
First day: Wednesday 28 October, this is a training session held on campus.
Questions and support
Languages Insights Internships are run by the Skills Centre in conjunction with colleagues from PoLIS and Careers. All interns will receive pre and post internship support, with onboarding and induction provided.
If you have any questions about the programme, please contact Claire Charlemagne, Head of Languages, Skills Centre cec75@bath.ac.uk