French Teacher (ECT) – Preston, Lancashire – January 2026
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Job Location:
Lancashire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
A thriving secondary school in Preston is seeking an enthusiastic French ECT to join its Modern Languages department from January 2026. This is a strong first role for an early career teacher who wants clear systems high-quality mentoring and a department that takes language learning seriously without creating unnecessary workload.
The school values MFL as part of a broad curriculum and sees language learning as central to developing confidence cultural literacy and communication skills.
MFL at the School
French is taught with a clear focus on:
Building speaking confidence through routine practice
Developing accurate grammar and vocabulary over time
Supporting listening and reading strategies explicitly
Strengthening extended writing gradually and consistently
The department collaborates closely on curriculum planning and uses shared resources to ensure consistency. ECTs are supported with clear structures rather than being expected to build everything from scratch.
The Role
You will teach French across KS3 and KS4. Youll be supported to:
Establish strong classroom routines for speaking and participation
Teach vocabulary and grammar in a clear cumulative way
Use assessment that informs teaching without heavy marking loads
Develop pupils confidence and resilience with language learning
Where enrichment exists it is realistic and meaningful cultural activities language celebrations or curriculum-linked opportunities rather than constant extras.
ECT Support and Development
The schools ECT offer includes:
Reduced timetable in line with the ECF
Weekly mentoring from an experienced MFL teacher
Regular observation and coaching
Department support with planning and assessment
Professional development focused on practical classroom strategies
The School Culture
This is a school with a positive structured atmosphere. Behaviour systems are consistent and pastoral teams are active and supportive. ECTs are welcomed properly and trained carefully.
Staff tend to value:
Clear routines that make lessons calm and focused
Supportive colleagues who share and collaborate
Leadership that communicates clearly and listens
A workload culture that prioritises sustainability
What Youll Bring
QTS (or pending QTS) and enthusiasm for French
Strong subject knowledge and willingness to keep learning
Calm consistent classroom presence
Commitment to inclusive teaching and high expectations
How to Apply
If youre a French ECT seeking a strong January 2026 start in Preston please submit your CV.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Preschool Experience
- Library Services
- Personal Injury Law
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Experience with Children
- Mentoring
- Writing Skills
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