French Teacher – Outstanding Secondary School, Croydon

French Teacher Outstanding Secondary School Croydon

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School Information

This is a highly respected co-educational Outstanding secondary school in Croydon for students aged 1118 known for its strong academic outcomes excellent pastoral provision and commitment to nurturing global awareness and cultural understanding. The school provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to become confident communicators and independent learners.

The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum with languages playing a key role in developing students cultural literacy and international outlook. Staff benefit from a collegiate and professional working culture strong leadership support and access to high-quality resources and ongoing professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing and collaborative working are central to the schools ethos.

Role Information

The school is seeking to appoint a passionate and knowledgeable French Teacher to join a well-established and successful Modern Foreign Languages Department. You will teach French across KS3 and KS4 with the opportunity to teach KS5 for a suitably experienced candidate.

The role involves delivering engaging and interactive lessons that develop students listening speaking reading and writing skills. You will promote enthusiasm for languages and support students in gaining confidence in real-world communication. The role includes preparing students for GCSE and A Level examinations and supporting them to achieve strong academic outcomes.

You will contribute to curriculum planning assessment development and the sharing of best practice within the department. You may also support enrichment activities such as language clubs cultural events trips and exchange opportunities.

Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in French or a related subject
Experience teaching French at secondary level
Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with GCSE specifications (A Level desirable)
Excellent communication and classroom management skills
Commitment to inclusive teaching and high academic standards

Application

To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.