French Language Support Assistant

GSL Education; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment agency is seeking a full-time French Language Support Assistant to work in a secondary school in Eastleigh. This role involves supporting students, assisting in small groups, and preparing resources for French lessons. Candidates should have a degree in French or similar, experience in educational settings, and strong interpersonal skills. Opportunities for professional development are included in the offer.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Professional development opportunities

Dedicated consultants with local expertise

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience in educational settings is preferred.
• Up-to-date CV covering the last ten years is required.
• DBS registered to Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support French lessons alongside language teachers.
• Assist students in small groups to reinforce language skills.
• Prepare and organise classroom resources for teaching.
• Monitor student progress and engagement.

Skills

Knowledge of French

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Patience

Education

Degree in French, MFL or similar

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13.08.2025

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French Language Support Assistant – Secondary School – Eastleigh, Hampshire
Start Date: September 2025 or October 2025 | Contract Type: Full-Time

Are you passionate about the French language and eager to support students’ learning in a school environment?

GSL Education are delighted to offer a full-time French Language Support Assistant role at a secondary school in Eastleigh, starting September 2025 or October 2025, depending on notice period. This rewarding position involves working alongside the languages department, supporting students in small groups within the classroom to enhance their understanding and confidence in French.

The role offers a permanent contract following a successful probation period, with opportunities to progress through pay grades as you gain experience and develop professionally.

French Language Support Assistant Responsibilities:

• Work closely with language teachers to support French lessons
• Assist students in small groups to reinforce language skills and learning objectives
• Help prepare and organise classroom resources to support teaching activities
• Monitor and report on student progress and engagement
• Support the inclusion of all students by adapting resources and approaches as needed
• Encourage positive behaviour and participation during lessons
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with students and staff

Requirements for a French Language Support Assistant:

• Enthusiasm for supporting language learning, ideally with some knowledge of French
• Experience working with children or young people in an educational or similar setting is preferred
• A degree in French, MFL or a similar subject or experience working as a French Language Support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, adaptable, and able to work collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection
• Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one)

Why Join GSL Education:

• Dedicated consultants with deep knowledge of local schools and education settings.
• Access to a wide range of opportunities tailored to your career goals.
• Competitive rates of pay and
• Commitment to your professional development at every step.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the French Language Support Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

Refer a friend and receive a £250 bonus once they work 25 days through GSL Education.