French Teacher – Expressive & Forward-Thinking Secondary School

Marchant Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a forward-thinking secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit a fluent French Teacher. The role covers KS3–KS4, with opportunities to teach KS5 for eligible candidates, in a vibrant Modern Foreign Languages department.

You will plan engaging lessons, assess progress, and help raise GCSE outcomes while promoting French culture. The school offers strong departmental support, digital language tools, and mentoring for Early Career Teachers.

Qualifications

• Requires near-native or native fluency in French.
• Strong classroom management and engagement skills.
• Experience or willingness to contribute to curriculum development and extra-curricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach French across KS3–KS4, with KS5 for eligible candidates.
• Track pupil progress and prepare students for GCSE French examinations.
• Contribute to departmental resources and promote French culture.

Skills

Near-native French

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree in French or MFL

QTS or PGCE

Job description

An expressive and forward-thinking secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an enthusiastic and fluent French Teacher to join its vibrant Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) department. This full-time, permanent position involves delivering dynamic French lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with opportunities to teach A-Level French for suitably qualified candidates.

The role is well-suited to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners passionate about building linguistic confidence, cultural awareness, and communication skills. You will join a supportive, collaborative department equipped with digital language tools and dedicated language assistants.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

Teaching: Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality French lessons across KS3–KS4 (and KS5 where applicable), developing pupils' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

Student Outcomes: Track pupil progress, conduct targeted speaking practice, and prepare students thoroughly for GCSE French examinations.

Cultural & Curriculum Enrichment: Contribute to departmental resources, promote French culture and francophone traditions, and assist in organizing extra-curricular language clubs or overseas trips.

Qualifications: Relevant degree in French or Modern Foreign Languages alongside QTS or PGCE.

Skills: Near-native or native fluency in French, excellent classroom management, and the ability to foster enthusiasm for language learning across all ability levels.

School & Department Highlights

Strong Language Focus: A school culture that actively encourages international partnerships, language learning, and cultural curiosity.

Modern Facilities: Dedicated MFL classrooms with interactive digital displays, audio tools, and online language software subscriptions.

Professional Growth: Structured mentoring for ECTs, continuous research-led CPD, and opportunities for future departmental leadership.

French Teacher – Expressive & Forward-Thinking Secondary School Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom