French Teacher - West London Opportunity

French Teacher – Hillingdon, Outer London

Inspire Language Proficiency and Cultural Understanding in West London

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly effective, and committed French Teacher to join the successful Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) faculty at a well-regarded secondary academy in the Hillingdon area of West London.

This is a full-time, permanent position starting immediately.

• French Teacher required

• Full-time, Permanent position starting Immediately.

• Successful secondary academy in Hillingdon, Outer London

• Teach French across Key Stages 3 & 4 (KS3/KS4), with potential for Key Stage 5 (KS5) teaching.

• Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000 available

The Opportunity

The successful applicant will be an inspirational French specialist dedicated to delivering rigorous, communicative, and engaging lessons. You will be joining a supportive environment focused on securing high student outcomes and promoting cultural immersion. This role focuses on outstanding classroom practice and contributing to a dynamic MFL department that values linguistic excellence.

To attract an exceptional candidate, this role includes a generous Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000 per annum . This financial incentive is a purely financial reward designed to support excellent teachers and their commitment to our school community.

The School

This is a successful academy known for its strong curriculum and focus on developing well-rounded global citizens. The MFL department is committed to promoting linguistic fluency and encouraging students to take languages to the highest level. The school provides ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff. Located in Hillingdon , the school benefits from a diverse community and good transport links in West London.

We Are Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a degree in French or a related subject.

• A proven track record as an excellent French Teacher with experience teaching the subject to at least Key Stage 4 (GCSE) .

• Native or near-native fluency in French.

• A genuine passion for the subject and the ability to inspire students of all abilities.

• The drive to contribute positively to the academic life of the school.

Salary and Benefits

• Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) for Teachers.

  • The base salary will be paid according to experience within the statutory Outer London Pay Scale (The Outer London Main Pay Range minimum is approximately £37,870 as of September 2025).

• A fixed Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Allowance of £2,000 per annum.

• Excellent, structured professional development and career progression pathways.

If you are an ambitious and excellent French Teacher ready to join a successful Hillingdon academy, please submit your CV outlining your suitability.