Teacher of French – Secondary School – Milton Keynes

A well-regarded secondary school in Milton Keynes is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of French to join its Modern Foreign Languages department. This is an excellent opportunity for a languages specialist who enjoys building pupils confidence in communication and bringing language and culture to life through engaging well-structured teaching.

The school has clear routines consistent behaviour systems and a calm learning culture that supports strong teaching and learning. Staff benefit from supportive leadership collaborative planning and a team-focused approach within departments.

About the Role

As Teacher of French you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the potential to contribute to KS5 depending on experience. You will deliver a well-sequenced curriculum that develops:

• Confident speaking and listening through structured practice and purposeful conversation

• Secure vocabulary and grammatical accuracy over time

• Strong reading and translation skills using increasingly challenging texts

• Accurate and expressive writing through modelling scaffolding and feedback

• GCSE success through clear routines exam technique and deliberate practice

Pupils explore a range of themes linked to everyday life and wider global issues with opportunities to build cultural understanding alongside language skill.

The MFL Department

The MFL department is supportive and well-organised with a shared commitment to improving outcomes and building participation. Teachers collaborate on planning share high-quality resources and use consistent approaches to assessment and feedback.

The department values:

• A strong culture of target language use in lessons

• High expectations for effort accuracy and presentation

• Structured routines that build confidence and reduce anxiety around speaking

• Targeted intervention and well-planned revision support at GCSE

• Enrichment opportunities such as clubs cultural events competitions or trips where available

About the School

This Milton Keynes secondary school serves a diverse community and has established a positive learning culture supported by clear expectations and consistent behaviour systems. Pupils are encouraged to aim high take pride in their work and develop resilience and confidence.

Leaders prioritise professional development and staff wellbeing offering practical CPD and a supportive environment where teachers are trusted to deliver ambitious teaching within a structured curriculum.

Key Information

• Location: Milton Keynes

• Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement)

• Contract: Full-time permanent (or as agreed)

• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

What the School is Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification)

• Have strong subject knowledge in French

• Deliver engaging well-structured lessons with clear routines and high expectations

• Build pupils confidence in speaking listening reading and writing

• Use assessment effectively to identify gaps and secure progress

• Work collaboratively within a supportive MFL team

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Why Join This School

• Supportive MFL department with shared planning and resources

• Clear behaviour systems that support calm effective teaching

• Well-sequenced curriculum and strong focus on progress

• CPD and opportunities for professional development

• Welcoming Milton Keynes school community committed to pupil success

This is a fantastic opportunity for a French teacher who wants to inspire confident communication and help pupils develop valuable language skills in a supportive Milton Keynes secondary school.