French Teacher | Roman Catholic Faith Academy | Norwich

The Opportunity

Norwich is a city that blends medieval charm with a forward-looking cultural scene long celebrated as a center for literature and international exchange. We are seeking a linguistically proficient and culturally inspired French Teacher to join a high-achieving Roman Catholic Faith Academy. In this role you will help students unlock the beauty of the French language within a community that values global citizenship and the harmony between faith and cultural understanding.

The Department & Ethos

• You will join a Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) faculty that is central to the schools mission of reaching out to the world where language learning is seen as a bridge to empathy and shared humanity.

• The department follows a communicative and rigorous curriculum encouraging students to develop spontaneity in speech while mastering the technical nuances of French grammar and syntax.

• The academy fosters a strong sense of community where pastoral care is integrated into every interaction and students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

• While the school is a faith academy we welcome applications from French Teachers of all faiths or none who are supportive of the schools Catholic character and values.

Core Responsibilities

1. Linguistic Delivery: Teaching French across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE) fostering a classroom environment where students feel confident to communicate in the target language.

2. Cultural Immersion: Introducing students to the diverse cultures of the Francophone worldfrom Europe to Africa and North Americaand exploring the ethical and social dimensions of global communities.

3. Faith Integration: Supporting the academys ethos by participating in the liturgical life of the school and encouraging students to reflect on the importance of communication in building a just society.

4. Diagnostic Assessment: Using data-driven insights to identify student misconceptions in phonics vocabulary and grammar providing targeted feedback that helps every learner excel.

5. Enrichment Leadership: Coordinating extracurricular activities such as French film clubs spelling bees or virtual exchange programs with partner schools abroad.

The Successful Candidate We are looking for a practitioner who combines linguistic excellence with a commitment to the holistic development of young people. Requirements include:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in French or a related discipline.

• Near-Native Fluency: Exceptional command of the French language with the ability to model accurate pronunciation and sophisticated expression.

• Respect for Ethos: A willingness to support and contribute to the Catholic life and values of the school.

• Instructional Clarity: The ability to explain complex grammatical structuresfrom the subjunctive mood to compound tensesin a way that is accessible and engaging.

Why Join Us

• A school environment defined by mutual respect where behaviour is exemplary and the whole person is nurtured.

• Access to specialized professional development within a network of regional faith schools and national language associations.

• The opportunity to work in Norwicha historic City of Literature offering a high quality of life stunning architecture and easy access to the Norfolk coast.

• A supportive professional environment where the MFL department is celebrated for its role in fostering global awareness and academic rigor.

How to Apply

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process for this French Teacher position. An enhanced DBS check and a section 128 check will be required for the successful candidate.