French Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Birmingham is seeking a passionate Teacher of French to inspire students in a secondary school setting. Responsibilities include teaching French across KS3 to KS5 and supporting students in their language journey. The ideal candidate will have QTS, experience at KS3 and KS4, and strong enthusiasm for French culture.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella deductions

FREE access to CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant support

Referral rewards

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) is necessary for this role.
• Experience in teaching French at KS3 and KS4.
• Aiming for excellence in inspiring learners of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach French across KS3–KS5, preparing students for GCSE and A-Level.
• Plan engaging lessons that enhance language skills.
• Support students in exam preparation and coursework.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for French language and culture

Experience teaching French at KS3-KS4

Reflective practitioner

Education

Degree in French or a related subject

Job description

Teacher of French – Secondary School (11–18)

Birmingham.

Salary: £32916 – £51048 (MPS/UPS) or PAYE Day Rate.

Start: October 2025.

Contract: Full-time, Fixed Cover Or Long-term Supply.

Are you passionate about languages and culture, with the drive to inspire young people to achieve in French? A welcoming secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Teacher of French to join their successful MFL department.

French is a popular subject within the school, with strong uptake at GCSE and a growing interest at A-Level. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, creative lessons that build both linguistic confidence and cultural awareness.

What you’ll be doing:

• Teaching French across KS3–KS5 (GCSE and A-Level experience desirable).

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

• Supporting students in exam preparation, coursework, and progression to higher levels of study.

• Contributing to the development of the MFL curriculum and departmental resources.

• Taking part in cultural and enrichment activities such as trips, language clubs, or exchange programmes.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) with a degree in French or a related subject.

• Experience teaching French at KS3–KS4 (KS5 desirable).

• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for French language and culture.

• A reflective practitioner who inspires, challenges, and supports learners of all abilities.

Why this school?

• Ofsted-rated “Good”, with excellent support for staff and students.

• A strong and collaborative MFL department.

• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.

• Supportive SLT with a focus on staff wellbeing and enrichment.

Why join Protocol Education?

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella deductions.

• FREE access to our CPD Academy (including MFL-specific training).

• A dedicated consultant supporting you every step of the way.

• Referral rewards when you recommend a colleague.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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