French Teacher - Outstanding School - Croydon

French Teacher – Outstanding School – Croydon

Location: Croydon, South London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid in line with the teacher pay scale

An outstanding school in Croydon is seeking an enthusiastic and committed French Teacher to join its Modern Foreign Languages department. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who can inspire students to develop their language skills, build confidence in communication and gain an appreciation of French-speaking cultures.

The successful candidate will teach French across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering lessons that develop students' speaking, listening, reading and writing abilities. The school is looking for someone who can create an engaging learning environment and support pupils in making consistent progress towards their GCSE examinations.

French Teacher – Role and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging French lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Develop students' speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

• Teach vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.

• Prepare pupils for GCSE assessments and examinations.

• Use interactive activities and resources to encourage communication in French.

• Introduce students to French-speaking countries and cultural traditions.

• Differentiate lessons to support a range of abilities and learning needs.

• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.

• Encourage confidence and active participation during language activities.

• Contribute to departmental planning and the development of teaching resources.

French Teacher – School Information

The school aims to provide students with a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares them for future opportunities. Its languages provision encourages learners to develop communication skills, cultural awareness and confidence when engaging with different languages.

Based in Croydon, the school benefits from access to transport links across South London and neighbouring areas. The successful teacher will join a supportive department committed to delivering engaging lessons and helping students achieve strong academic outcomes.

French Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching French at secondary level.

• Strong spoken and written French language skills.

• Knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Modern Foreign Languages curriculum.

• Effective classroom management and communication skills.

• A passion for language learning and student development.

Salary

The role offers a salary on the MPS1–UPS3 scale, depending on experience.

Application

If you are a passionate French Teacher looking for a permanent opportunity in Croydon, please send across your CV for consideration.