French Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is recruiting a French Teacher for a school in Leighton Buzzard, starting November 2026. The role supports Key Stages 3 and 4, with KS5 experience welcomed, and offers a permanent path from Temporary to Permanent with both full-time and part-time options.

You will deliver engaging French lessons, develop speaking/listening/reading/writing skills, and promote cultural appreciation. The role emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, and a supportive department.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching French in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for language learning.
• Ability to engage and motivate students of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
• Confident classroom management and effective communication skills.
• A reflective practitioner committed to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging French lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with KS5 experience welcomed.
• Develop students' confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing French.
• Promote an appreciation of the French language and culture through interactive, engaging learning experiences.
• Plan purposeful, well-structured lessons that challenge and support all learners.
• Monitor and assess student progress, using data to inform teaching and improve outcomes.
• Create a positive classroom environment with high expectations for behaviour and engagement.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the broader work of the Modern Foreign Languages department.
• Support enrichment activities such as language clubs, cultural events, exchange programmes, and educational trips.

Skills

QTS

French teaching

Classroom management

Job description

French Teacher

Location:Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Start Date:November 2026

Contract: Full-time/Part-time (Temporary to Permanent)

Salary: £29,344 - £44,919 (MPS/UPS)

A Role with Real Impact

A "Good" secondary school in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a dedicated French Teacher to join its team from November. This is a wonderful opportunity to inspire a passion for languages and cultural understanding while contributing to a department that values creativity, excellent teaching, and continuous development.

The school prioritises raising attainment and fostering a supportive culture where both staff and students thrive. You will join a collaborative environment that welcomes innovative ideas and actively promotes professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging French lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with KS5 experience welcomed.
• Develop students' confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing French.
• Promote an appreciation of the French language and culture through interactive, engaging learning experiences.
• Plan purposeful, well-structured lessons that challenge and support all learners.
• Monitor and assess student progress, using data to inform teaching and improve outcomes.
• Create a positive classroom environment with high expectations for behaviour and engagement.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the broader work of the Modern Foreign Languages department.
• Support enrichment activities such as language clubs, cultural events, exchange programmes, and educational trips.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching French in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for language learning.
• Ability to engage and motivate students of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
• Confident classroom management and effective communication skills.
• A reflective practitioner committed to continuous professional development.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff culture.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth.
• A school dedicated to improving student outcomes and engagement.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in students' academic journeys.

We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment procedures. (AGY)