French Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Greenwich seeks a passionate and experienced French Teacher for maternity cover from September 2025 to July 2026. This role involves planning, delivering engaging French lessons, and supporting student academic development in a vibrant learning environment. The school values creativity and dedication, offering a supportive team and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Commitment to work-life balance

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a relevant degree and QTS.
• Native or fluent speaker of French.
• Experience in teaching French at secondary level.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality French lessons.
• Create positive and engaging classroom experiences.
• Differentiate lessons for various learning styles.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Engagement

Passion for teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Relevant degree

Job description

Job Advert: French Teacher

Location: Greenwich
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover)
Start Date: September 2025-July 2026
Salary: 180- 220 per day

About Us:

The school are committed to providing an exceptional education and fostering a supportive, dynamic learning environment. Their modern curriculum and passionate teaching staff help to nurture curiosity and inspire academic excellence in students of all ages. They are currently looking for a talented and enthusiastic French teacher to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.

The Role:

They are seeking an experienced, motivated, and dynamic French Teacher to cover maternity leave in the Secondary Department. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the French language and culture, have a flair for engaging students, and be committed to delivering high-quality lessons across all key stages.

You will be responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing students' progress, ensuring a positive and interactive learning experience for all. You will also contribute to the broader school community, working closely with colleagues and supporting extra-curricular activities where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality French lessons in line with the school curriculum
• Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Differentiate lessons to cater to a wide range of abilities and learning styles
• Set and mark homework, providing constructive feedback to students
• Manage classroom behaviour in a way that supports a positive learning environment
• Attend and contribute to department meetings, parent-teacher meetings, and school events
• Collaborate with colleagues across the curriculum to enhance language learning
• Support students' personal and academic development

About You:

• A qualified teacher with a relevant degree and QTS (or equivalent)
• A native or fluent speaker of French with excellent command of the language
• Experience in teaching French at secondary level
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to engage and inspire students
• A passion for language teaching and fostering a love of learning in students
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to adapt to changing classroom needs

Why Work With Us?

• A supportive and friendly team of staff
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A vibrant school community with students who are eager to learn
• A commitment to work-life balance and well-being
• Competitive salary and benefits

If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity to join a school that values creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication, we would love to hear from you.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'