French Teacher | Grammar School | Southend-on-Sea

Position: French Teacher
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3KS5

Languages Teaching Role in a Selective Grammar School

A grammar school in Southend-on-Sea is seeking to appoint a French Teacher to join its Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is a full-time role within a high-achieving environment where students are academically focused and motivated in their studies.

French is a well-established subject within the school with strong uptake at both GCSE and A-Level. The department promotes high standards of language learning with an emphasis on fluency accuracy and cultural understanding.

About the Role

You will teach French across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 supporting students in developing their speaking listening reading and writing skills. Lessons will focus on grammar accuracy vocabulary development and confident communication.

You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level French examinations supporting them in developing strong written responses and effective spoken language skills.

The role includes working collaboratively within the Modern Foreign Languages department to maintain consistent teaching standards and shared curriculum planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach French across KS3 KS4 and KS5

• Deliver structured lessons covering grammar vocabulary and communication

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level French examinations

• Assess student work and provide clear feedback

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to departmental planning and curriculum delivery

• Promote high expectations for behaviour and engagement

• Support language enrichment opportunities where required

The School Environment

This grammar school in Southend-on-Sea provides a structured and academically focused environment. The Modern Foreign Languages department is well-established with strong examination outcomes and consistent student engagement.

Students benefit from clear expectations and a curriculum that supports progression to advanced language study. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards across all year groups.

Leadership promotes professional development and supports staff in maintaining strong subject expertise.

Candidate Requirements

The school is seeking a teacher who can deliver high-quality French lessons and support students across multiple key stages.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching French at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 French

• Strong classroom management skills

• Good organisational and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level French

• Ability to teach an additional language

• Experience preparing students for GCSE and A-Level examinations

How to Apply

If you are interested in this French Teacher role in Southend-on-Sea starting in September please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.