French Teacher

Wayman Education; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable independent school in Southampton seeks a motivated and experienced French Teacher. Starting in September 2025, you'll lead curriculum development, drive pedagogical excellence, and mentor students, particularly at A-Level. This role provides significant autonomy and professional growth opportunities in a vibrant educational environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative MFL department

Qualifications

• Experience leading curriculum development and fostering high academic results is essential.
• Comprehensive understanding of A-Level French specifications.
• Ability to motivate and challenge students of various abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum innovation in French across all key stages.
• Mentor A-Level students and encourage aspirations for higher education.
• Collaborate with MFL department to share best practices.

Skills

Pedagogical skills

Curriculum development

Fluency in French

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in French

Job description

Elevate Your Career: Lead and Innovate in French at Our Reputable Independent Southampton School (September 2025 Start - Strong KS5 Contribution)

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and highly accomplished French Teacher looking to further their career within a high-achieving and forward-thinking school in the vibrant city of Southampton. This role, commencing in September 2025, offers significant autonomy, the chance to shape the future of French provision across Key Stage 3 and, with a strong emphasis, Key Stage 4 and 5, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our students' linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding.

As our Teacher of French, joining us in September 2025, with a significant role in A-Level French, you will:

• Lead Curriculum Innovation: Take a prominent role in the delivery and development of the French curriculum across all key stages, inspiring high-achieving students, particularly at Key Stage 5, to reach their full academic potential and fostering a school-wide appreciation for language learning.
• Drive Pedagogical Excellence: Have the opportunity to implement and champion innovative teaching methodologies, incorporate diverse authentic resources, and explore advanced linguistic concepts and cultural nuances relevant to university-level study and critical engagement with Francophone societies, with a clear focus on the demands of A-Level.
• Mentor and Champion Talent: Act as a role model and mentor for students with a passion for French, fostering their aspirations for further study at top universities and careers in international relations, business, or translation, actively guiding our A-Level students towards academic distinction.
• Collaborate with a Dynamic MFL Department: Work alongside a team of expert and passionate French specialists, sharing best practices and contributing strategically to the overall success and continued strong performance of the department, with a key focus on the delivery of an exceptional A-Level French program.
• Benefit from Strategic Professional Growth: Access unparalleled professional development opportunities tailored to your expertise and leadership aspirations, supported by a progressive leadership team that values the importance of language education, with specific opportunities for A-Level specialism and leadership.

We're seeking a highly experienced and qualified French teacher with a proven track record of strong results across all key stages. Experience in leading curriculum development, developing challenging resources, and fostering high-achieving student cohorts is highly desirable, with a comprehensive understanding of the A-Level French specifications being essential. You will possess native or near-native fluency in French, exceptional pedagogical skills, and the ability to motivate and challenge students of all abilities, with a particular focus on the demands of Key Stage 5. If you're ready to take the next significant step in your career within an exceptional educational environment in Southampton, starting in September 2025, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Advance your professional journey and lead French innovation at our reputable independent Southampton school, with a significant focus on A-Level, commencing September 2025!