Modern Languages Teacher (French Focus) – Stone, Staffordshire
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Job Location:
Staffordshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
A welcoming and ambitious 1118 secondary school in Stone is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Modern Languages Teacher with a strong focus on French to join its established MFL department. This role offers the opportunity to work in a school that values languages as a vital part of a broad balanced and culturally rich curriculum.
The school has a strong local reputation for its calm learning environment supportive leadership and clear expectations making it a positive and professional place to teach.
The Role
You will teach French across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the potential to support additional languages depending on experience. Lessons are carefully structured to develop students confidence in listening speaking reading and writing with a strong emphasis on vocabulary acquisition and grammatical accuracy.
At Key Stage 3 the focus is on building enjoyment and confidence in language learning through clear routines and repetition. At GCSE teaching is purposeful and exam-aware helping students express ideas accurately and confidently.
You will work within a shared curriculum framework that supports consistency while still allowing teachers to bring creativity and personality into their lessons.
The MFL Department
The Modern Foreign Languages department is collaborative and supportive with a strong emphasis on shared planning and resource development. Teachers work closely together to ensure consistency across classes and year groups helping to reduce workload and support new staff.
The department values:
Clear structured approaches to grammar and vocabulary
Confidence-building speaking activities
Cultural context within language learning
Inclusive teaching strategies for mixed-ability classes
Enrichment activities such as language-themed days and cultural projects are encouraged but carefully planned to remain manageable.
The School Environment
This is a Good-rated secondary school known for its respectful students clear behaviour systems and strong pastoral care. Classrooms are calm and focused allowing teachers to concentrate on high-quality teaching.
Leadership is approachable and values staff wellbeing with realistic expectations around marking planning and data.
Facilities and Resources
The languages department is based in a dedicated area of the school with well-maintained classrooms and access to digital platforms that support listening practice vocabulary learning and independent study.
Who This Role Would Suit
You will:
Hold QTS or equivalent in MFL
Have strong subject knowledge in French
Be confident teaching KS3 and KS4
Value collaboration and shared practice
Use clear routines to support positive behaviour
Why Join This School
Supportive and well-organised MFL department
Clear curriculum and shared planning
Calm classrooms and motivated students
Sensible approach to workload
Strong focus on professional development
This is an excellent opportunity for a French specialist looking to work in a supportive well-run school where languages are genuinely valued.
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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