Teacher of French

Erdington Academy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking outstanding individuals to teach Modern Foreign Languages. The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated team focused on creating a high-quality learning environment. This role is perfect for new teachers or those aiming to develop their skills and leadership abilities while promoting student success. The academy is part of the Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust and strives for excellence in education.

Benefits

Educational support

Flexi perks

Salary sacrifice scheme

Perkbox subscription

Professional learning and regular training

Counselling and access to Wellness Hub

Fitness programmes

Diet and nutrition webinars

Qualifications

• High expectations to motivate and challenge students.
• Ability to plan well-structured lessons.
• Good subject and curriculum knowledge.
• Adaptive teaching responsive to student needs.

Responsibilities

• Set high expectations which motivate and challenge students.
• Promote good outcomes by planning well-structured lessons.
• Fulfil wider professional responsibilities.

Job description

Erdington Academy is a vibrant and diverse comprehensive school. We are seeking outstanding individuals with high expectations to join our team dedicated to pursuing excellence for every child. We are an ambitious academy and value enthusiastic and hardworking staff. It is a very exciting time to join us. This vacancy has arisen due to an increased curriculum demand in Modern Foreign Languages.

You will be joining a strong department with dedicated colleagues. This role would be excellent for someone who is new to teaching or someone who has aspirations to gain experience and develop both as a practitioner and a leader.

Responsibilities

• Set high expectations which motivate and challenge students in a productive learning environment
• Promote good outcomes by students, planning well-structured lessons
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all students
• Make accurate and productive use of assessment
• Fulfil wider professional responsibilities with high standards of personal and professional conduct

This is an exciting time to join us and a great opportunity to be involved in the next stage of development of this strong team. Over the last few years, there has been a real drive to develop collaborative planning of a well-sequenced, knowledge-rich curriculum in order to ensure our curriculum is inclusive and all students can achieve highly. This is an ideal opportunity for a colleague who is ambitious, creative and enthusiastic about helping students to learn in a strong, supportive environment.

About us

Since joining the Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust in 2016, Erdington Academy has been on an improvement journey to ensure that all students, regardless of background, have the opportunity to realise their ambitions. Located in the north of Birmingham, we serve students from Years 7 to 11 from the local area. We focus on participation and engagement through high-quality teaching and genuine care for our community. With an Ofsted rating of Good, we are determined to become Outstanding – and we want you to help take us there.

Benefits

• Educational support
• Flexi perks
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Perkbox subscription
• Professional learning and regular training
• Counselling, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a Wellness Hub
• Wellbeing updates and stress management guidance
• Menopause awareness training
• Free flu jabs
• Access to fitness programmes, including yoga, HIIT and more
• Access to physical activities during our Trust-wide Wellbeing Week
• Diet and nutrition webinars

Closing date: 1.00pm on 9 January 2026.

Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as providing evidence of qualifications. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974