Bilingual Early Years Educator / Teacher / Trainee (French/English) in Bristol

Safeguarding Statement: L'Ecole Française de Bristol is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks that will include a DBS/Barred list check, request for references, overseas checks as applicable.

Recruitment: L'École Française de Bristol’s mission is to offer an excellent education provided by qualified and experienced French-speaking teachers and teaching assistants. The school’s fundamental values are: respect, community, curiosity, ambition, creativity and bilingualism.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic bilingual (French/English) candidates who are motivated to work in the early years sector and make a positive difference in young children’s lives. Applications are welcome from both fully qualified candidates and those willing to undertake training to become qualified. Whether you already hold a relevant qualification or are eager to develop your skills through training, we would love to hear from you. Training and professional development opportunities will be available for the right candidates.

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Passionate about working with young children
• Motivated to build a career in the early years sector
• Caring, reliable, and committed to high-quality childcare and education
• Willing to learn and develop professionally
• Bilingual (an excellent level of both spoken and written French & English is essential)

If you are qualified and ready to contribute, or enthusiastic about training and building a career within early years education, we encourage you to apply.

Fully qualified candidates should have relevant qualifications:

• Early Years Educator diploma or equivalent (able to count in Early Years ratios – this is essential)
• Early Years Teacher Status
• Qualified Teacher Status with a strong interest for a career in the Early Years Sector.

Candidates seeking a route to qualification: We will consider an apprenticeship route or in-work mentorship with a paid study time allowance. Candidates should have suitable English & Maths qualifications (GCSE at level 4 or above or functional skills at level 2) or be willing to study towards achieving them. Candidates must be willing to study/train towards achieving an Early Years Educator diploma.

We Offer:

• A welcoming, community-focused bilingual school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A chance to contribute to the smooth running of a unique and dynamic educational setting
• Competitive pay and paid training (conditions apply).

Pay for unqualified assistants on their training programme starts at £13.00/h. Pay for qualified practitioners ranges from £14/h for Early Years Educators and from £21 for EYTS/QTS depending on experience and responsibilities. Pay for apprentices to be discussed.

Key information:

• Location: Bristol BS10
• Start date: Negotiable (dependent on training provider for qualification route).
• Contract: Term-time, full-time, permanent.
• Hours of work on site: 7.45 am – 5.45 pm
• Staff discount: 10% off our fees for your children and free primary classes’ wraparound care for your children

Additional Information and Enquiries:

• Application deadline: The advert will remain live until recruitment of a suitable applicant.
• Interview and observed session: Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview and to run/support a session as part of the recruitment process.
• Qualification, Skills and Experience: Copy certificates will be required for qualified candidates.
• Training: Essential training will be provided (e.g. safeguarding, health and safety etc.) and mentorship for an apprentice/trainee.
• Right to work: Please note that we are not able to sponsor visas; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Enquiries: Please do not hesitate to contact us by email or telephone.

Equality Statement: L'École Française de Bristol/Bristol French School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.