French Teacher Training, ARK TEACHER TRAINING

Guardian Jobs; City Of London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academy in London is seeking aspiring French teachers to join their training program. The role involves rigorous professional development, gaining QTS and PGCE within a year, while actively engaging in classroom responsibilities. Candidates must hold the required GCSEs and a degree in a relevant subject. This opportunity is part of a highly regarded school-based programme that emphasizes practical training.

Qualifications

• Required to have achieved a Bachelor's degree prior to training.
• Grades C/4 or above in GCSE Maths, English Language and Science are mandatory.
• Demonstrate commitment to working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Engage in daily professional development activities.
• Plan, resource and deliver high-quality lessons.
• Contribute to maintaining discipline and effective school operations.

Skills

Commitment to working with young people

Ability to demonstrate high standards of conduct

Aptitude for teaching

Education

Grade C/4 or above in Maths, English and Science GCSE

Undergraduate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

A degree or A level in teaching subject or related subject

Job description

French Teacher Training

Location: Ark Burlington Danes Academy, London

Salary:£24,000

Bursaries and scholarships from:£26,000 - £28,000

Closing date:Applications close 30 June 2025.

Starting:September 2025

About the role:

You will be training to be a French teacher- this is a great opportunity to train to teach outstanding lessons and therefore help pupils achieve excellent academic results in your subject.

In this role, you will engage in rigorous and continuous professional development to exceed the minimum level of practice expected of teachers as defined in theTeachers’ Standards.You will be able to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct, and be a role-model, positively impacting the academy more widely.

About Ark Teacher Training:

Ark Teacher Training (ATT) is aschool-based programmeoffering the perfect mixture of theory and classroom practice to develop you into the best teacher you can be. Our training is comprehensive and practical;you will be able to achieve yourQTS(Qualified Teacher Status) and PGCE(Postgraduate Certificate in Education) all in one year.Our programme is rated as outstanding in all categories by Ofsted and is incredibly supportive and bespoke, meaning you can progress at your own pace.

Key requirements:

• Grade C/4 or above in Maths GCSE and English Language GCSE (or equivalent)and a science GCSE (for primary teaching)
• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree or will hold (or equivalent) prior to beginning your Initial Teacher Training
• A degree or A level in your teaching subject / a related subject(not applicable to primary)
• Evidence of a commitment to working with young people
• Experience of overcoming challenges successfully
• Ability to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct
• An aptitude for teaching

Key responsibilities:

• To engage in daily professional development activities
• To plan, resource and deliver lessons to the highest possible standard that ensure learning and progress of all pupils
• To provide a nurturing classroom and school environment that helps pupils to develop as learners
• To help to maintain/establish discipline across the whole school
• To contribute to the effective working of the school

How to Apply:

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