Unqualified French Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Unqualified French Teacher to inspire students in Northampton starting October 2025. This full-time role offers the opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience while promoting the French language and culture. Ideal for aspiring teachers or fluent French speakers looking for a rewarding career in education.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and training

Pathway to formal teacher training including QTS

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a school or similar setting.
• Fluency in French at a native or near-native level.
• Strong desire to explore a future in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging French lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Support the MFL department with planning creative language activities.
• Encourage student participation and confidence in language skills.

Skills

Fluency in French

Experience with young people

Strong communication skills

Classroom presence

Passion for language learning

Education

Degree in French, Languages, or a related subject

Job description

Overview

Unqualified French Teacher - Northampton
Start Date: October 2025 Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity

Are you passionate about languages and eager to inspire the next generation—even without formal teaching qualifications?

Tradewind Recruitment is working closely with welcoming and forward-thinking secondary schools across the Northampton area, and we're looking for enthusiastic individuals to step into the role of Unqualified French Teacher from October 2025. This full-time, long-term position is ideal for aspiring teachers, recent graduates, or fluent French speakers ready to make a difference in the classroom.

Whether you're a native speaker or a confident linguist, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while bringing the French language and culture to life for young learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive French lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4
• Support the MFL (Modern Foreign Languages) department with planning and delivering creative language activities
• Encourage student participation, pronunciation, and confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing
• Promote an appreciation of Hispanic cultures through music, film, food, and traditions
• Maintain a positive and well-managed learning environment, supporting students' progress and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Have experience working with young people in a school, tutoring, or youth setting
• Are fluent in French (native or near-native level)
• Hold a degree in French, Languages, or a related subject (desirable but not essential)
• Are passionate about language learning and student development
• Possess strong communication skills and a confident classroom presence
• Are open to training and keen to explore a future in teaching

What’s on offer

• A full-time, long-term position starting October 2025
• Weekly pay at competitive unqualified teacher rates
• Ongoing support from your own dedicated Tradewind consultant
• Free access to CPD and training via The National College
• Clear pathway to formal teacher training routes, including QTS

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to build a career in education while sharing their love of French with young people in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about our unqualified teaching roles in Northampton and the surrounding areas.