Hi, I am starting my PGCE with QTS this September in the UK and expect to graduate by June 2026. My subject is Secondary Maths. I will likely gain some A Level experience in school placements.
I want to start job hunting while still studying, but obviously given that the PGCE/QTS is conditional, I want to be more strategic with my search to maximise interview potential. (and not waste time with schools with 0 chance.)

Background:
-2 years teaching IBDP and IGCSE Maths in Asia as an unqualified teacher.
-CELTA certificate
-Canadian citizen
-degrees (MA and BA) not in maths, only a minor in maths
-some French and German knowledge (French close to B1, German A2)
-no dependents
-Ethnically East Asian

I'm ruling out China for personal reasons, and generally don't favour East Asia for I had first-hand experience of being expected to do more/variations of sexism and racism just because I'm ethnically East Asian (woman).

I'm most interested in France/Germany/Austria/Belgium/Luxembourg but I know these are just too competitive and my language is not good enough right now.

So I'm thinking: what's the best place to apply to as my first post-PGCE school? I'm not looking for immediate benefits like saving potential or lifestyle, but for better chances of going to one of the French/German speaking countries I listed... eventually.

Currently I'm thinking: UAE or Eastern Europe or the Baltics (or the nordics but I'm not sure about their language requirements). Or, I can also do my ECT two years in the UK first. I'm also open to Latin America, just need a bit more info on living there. Generally prefer colder climate but not a deal breaker.

Where would I have a better chance when I apply in December-February, given that I won't graduate until June? Or should I only start applying after June for a better school? What difference does it make re: applying while still studying vs. after getting the degree? What would be the best timing and areas to target?

Any advice appreciated, thanks!