Early Career French Teacher – Inclusive Secondary School – Wolverhampton

A well-regarded 1118 secondary school in Wolverhampton is seeking an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher of French to join its established Modern Foreign Languages department. The school has strengthened its languages provision in recent years with improved GCSE uptake and a renewed focus on building fluency cultural awareness and confidence in communication.

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher to begin their career in a supportive collaborative environment where professional growth is genuinely prioritised.

The Role
You will teach French across Key Stages 3 and 4 delivering a structured and carefully sequenced curriculum designed to build vocabulary retention grammatical accuracy and spoken confidence. Lessons incorporate retrieval practice guided speaking routines and authentic cultural materials to ensure pupils develop both linguistic skill and cultural understanding.

Shared schemes of work and centrally planned assessments provide clarity and reduce planning workload allowing you to focus on classroom delivery and pupil engagement.

ECT Induction & Support
The school offers a strong induction programme for Early Career Teachers including:
A dedicated subject mentor within the MFL department
Reduced timetable during your induction period
Weekly coaching sessions and professional reflection meetings
Opportunities to observe experienced colleagues
Access to regional MFL network training and CPD events

The department works closely together sharing resources and regularly moderating assessments to ensure consistency and support.

The School Environment
Located in Wolverhampton the school serves a diverse and aspirational community. Behaviour systems are clear and consistently applied contributing to calm classrooms and focused learning. Leadership is supportive and transparent with clear communication and a genuine emphasis on sustainable workload.

Language classrooms are equipped with interactive technology and digital listening resources and the department promotes enrichment through cultural events and language-themed activities.

About You
Qualified teacher with QTS or completing training
Passionate about French language and culture
Keen to develop as a reflective practitioner
Strong communication and organisational skills

Whats On Offer
Structured ECT induction and mentoring
Collaborative and supportive MFL team
Competitive salary and clear progression pathways
Positive professional working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a French ECT to begin their teaching career in a Wolverhampton school where languages are valued and early career development is taken seriously.

Please submit your CV to apply.