Teacher of French

Location: Newham

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school located in the diverse, dynamic London Borough of Newham is seeking an articulate, passionate, and culturally inspiring Teacher of French to join their thriving Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) faculty. This is an incredible opportunity for an ambitious educator, whether an experienced teacher seeking a high-performing setting or a talented Early Career Teacher (ECT), to foster linguistic confidence, global awareness, and Francophone cultural appreciation across an eager student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of French, you will deliver vibrant, communicative, and immersive language lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level French). Using modern digital platforms, target-language immersion techniques, and authentic cultural materials, you will develop students' mastery in speaking, listening, reading, and writing while preparing them for top academic achievement.

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A flagship inner-London secondary school celebrated for high academic ambition, outstanding pupil progress, and a vibrant multicultural community

• Culture: A collaborative, high-performing staff environment supported by native-speaking language assistants, dedicated digital resources, and an encouraging leadership team

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, high-impact French lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 that build vocabulary retention, grammatical accuracy, and spontaneous oral communication.

• Prepare students thoroughly for national GCSE and A-Level examinations, implementing data-driven tracking and regular feedback routines.

• Bring Francophone culture, literature, film, and current affairs into the classroom to enrich language acquisition and broaden horizons.

• Assess, track, and monitor pupil progress, offering targeted intervention to stretch high attainers and support developing linguists.

• Lead or contribute to MFL enrichment programs, such as French debate clubs, language exchange opportunities, cultural events, and international trips.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in French, Modern Languages, French Literature, or a closely related discipline.

• Native or near-native fluency in French, with excellent spoken and written English skills.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding French teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level experience is highly desirable).

• In-depth understanding of national MFL specifications and examination board requirements (e.g., AQA, Edexcel).

• Exceptional classroom management, interpersonal skills, and an enthusiastic, engaging approach to teaching modern languages.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Inner London MPS/UPS pay scale (commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for key stage MFL leadership or international link coordination.

• Extensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring programmes, and clear pathways for rapid career advancement in an Outstanding school setting.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious, creative, and inspiring French specialist ready to ignite a love for languages at a top Newham school, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.