Teacher of French

Trades Workforce Solutions; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in Essex is seeking a dedicated Teacher of French to inspire students in language learning. In this role, you will deliver engaging lessons, monitor student progress, and contribute to curriculum development. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in French or Modern Foreign Languages, along with experience teaching in a secondary school setting. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to foster enthusiasm for languages while supporting student achievement.

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Degree in French, Modern Foreign Languages, or a related subject is essential.
• Experience teaching French in a secondary school setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality French lessons across KS3–KS4.
• Inspire and motivate students to develop a love of languages.
• Assess and monitor student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Student motivation

Curriculum development

Engagement skills

Education

Degree in French or Modern Foreign Languages

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of French to join a vibrant secondary school in Essex. This is an exciting opportunity to share your passion for language learning and culture while helping students achieve their potential in Modern Foreign Languages.

As a Teacher of French, you will deliver engaging and inspiring lessons, building students’ confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You will contribute to the development of the MFL curriculum and play a key role in promoting languages across the school, helping to foster enthusiasm for French and international understanding.

If you are passionate about teaching French and committed to raising student achievement, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality French lessons across KS3–KS4 (and KS5 if required)
• Inspire and motivate students to develop a love of languages and cultural awareness
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing clear feedback and guidance
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort, and achievement
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities within the MFL department
• Organise or support extracurricular activities such as trips, exchanges, or language clubs
• Collaborate with colleagues to share resources and best practice
• Support whole-school initiatives and contribute to wider school life

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Degree in French, Modern Foreign Languages, or a related subject
• Experience teaching French in a secondary school setting
• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of MFL curriculum requirements
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and engage learners of all abilities
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

School Staff Direct is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing, in line with DfE guidance. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.
If this role excites you, please apply today or contact Karla at School Staff Direct for more information.
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