Part-time Teacher of French (Rye College)

East Sussex County Council; Playden; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Rye College is seeking a dedicated Teacher of French to join a motivated team. The role involves teaching languages to pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering high academic standards and inclusivity. The position is part-time with pro rata salary and a DBS check is required.

We welcome applications from experienced teachers or ambitious newcomers who are committed to professional learning and school improvement within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a good honours degree and Qualified Teacher Status.

Responsibilities

• Teach languages to students of all abilities in Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject.
• Be enthusiastic, energetic and open to innovation, with strong communication and ICT skills.
• Commitment to extra-curricular activities and continuing professional learning.

Skills

Language teaching

KS3/KS4 teaching

ICT skills

CPD minded

Education

Honours degree

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Hours of work: 19.5 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time
(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Monday 30 November 2026

Rye College
The Grove
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7NQ

Rye College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Teacher of French, who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, to join our highly motivated team. We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all students to experience an exceptional education. We are open to applications from experienced teachers or ambitious newcomers.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent teacher of languages to students of all abilities in key stages 3 and 4.
• Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students.
• Be enthusiastic, energetic, and open to innovation.
• Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent.
• Possess effective ICT skills and be open to new uses of technology in the workplace.
• Be committed to extra-curricular activities including lunch time activities.
• Be committed to continuing professional learning.
• Have integrity, optimism, and a good sense of humour.
• Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.

In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues.
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do.
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals.
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances.
• A college in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging, and thoughtful.

Rye College is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. As an employee of the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust you are required to have regard to the character of the Trust and its foundation and to undertake not to do anything in any way contrary to the interests of the foundation.

About us

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.