French & English Teacher

EdEx - Education Recruitment; Merton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking available

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Merton is seeking a passionate French & English Teacher for Years 5-8 starting in April. The role includes delivering engaging lessons and supporting the transition from primary to secondary education while being part of a supportive team with opportunities for professional development. Candidates must hold UK QTS and have a strong academic background. This position offers a chance to contribute to an outstanding school with modern facilities and strong academic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must hold UK QTS.
• Experience teaching Upper KS2 and/or KS3.
• Strong academic background required.

Responsibilities

• Teach French and English across Years 5-8.
• Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons.
• Support transition from primary to secondary phase.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Differentiation for abilities

Receptiveness to feedback

Education

UK QTS (Primary or Secondary)

Strong academics across Degree, A Levels, and GCSEs

Job description

An 'Outstanding' School in Merton is seeking a passionate and ambitious French & English Teacher to teach Years 5-8 to join their team in April.

The Head Teacher has built a strong and supportive culture where both staff and students thrive. With impressive Progress 8 results at secondary level, excellent outcomes across the school and a clear commitment to staff development, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing, forward-thinking environment spanning upper primary and lower secondary phases.

The school is well invested in innovative teaching practice, staff training and internal progression. Whether you are an experienced teacher seeking additional responsibility or an ECT looking for strong mentorship, this role offers genuine scope for growth.

Does this French & English Teacher opportunity sound like the right fit for you? Read on below for further details.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• French & English Teacher (Years 5-8)
• Teaching French and English across Years 5-8
• Delivering engaging, creative and academically rigorous lessons
• Working collaboratively across Upper KS2 and KS3
• Supporting transition from primary into secondary phase
• TLR Opportunities available (Subject Lead or Phase Responsibility)
• Full-Time, April Start
• Based in Merton

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Must hold UK QTS (Primary or Secondary)
• Strong academics across Degree, A Levels and GCSEs
• Experience teaching Upper KS2 and/or KS3
• Confident differentiating for a range of abilities
• Able to work collaboratively within a supportive team
• Receptive to feedback and committed to professional development

SCHOOL DETAILS

• Graded 'Outstanding' in latest Ofsted report
• Strong academic outcomes across phases
• Modern, well-resourced facilities
• Impeccable behaviour and strong pastoral systems
• Supportive Behaviour, SEN and Inclusion policies
• Experienced Teaching Assistants providing additional classroom support
• Onsite parking available

If you are interested in this French & English Teacher (Years 5-8) opportunity, interviews and lesson observations can be arranged immediately.

Apply today to be confidentially considered for this exciting Inner London opportunity. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 24 hours to discuss the school in further detail before progressing to interview.