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UK SCHOOLS AND AUTHORITIES
OPEN THE DOOR TO LANGUAGE LEARNING IN YOUR SCHOOL

Apply now for your 2012-13 Foreign Language Assistants.
We can recruit assistants for your school from French, German and Spanish speaking countries and from Italy, China, Japan, Oman or Russia. Find out what it costs, how to apply and the benefits to your school and students.

What is a Foreign Language Assistant?
Find out more about what an FLA is, where they are from and their role in your school or college.
Why employ an assistant?
An assistant can greatly enhance your students' experience of learning a language. Discover what assistants are and the full range of benefits they could bring to your school.
How much will it cost?
Find out how much a language assistants’ monthly salary will be and if they are entitled to any extra allowances in your region.
how to apply
Apply now! To recruit your assistant your school will need to apply through your Local Education Authority, Library Board or directly to us depending on your status.
Contacting your assistant
What to do once you receive your assistant’s application form and the essential administrative procedures you need to follow.
Making the best use of your assistant
Looking for ideas to make best use of your assistant?  Use our guide packed with hints and tips to make the year a successful one for everyone involved.
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how to help your assistant with money matters
Discover how you can help your assistant understand UK financial issues such as the complexities of their payslip, National Insurance, income tax and council tax.

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