Position: French Teacher
Location: Manchester
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5
French Teacher Role in an All-Through School
A thriving All-Through School in Manchester is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented French Teacher to join its successful Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a school that provides a seamless educational journey, combining high academic expectations with outstanding pastoral care and a strong commitment to developing globally minded learners.
The school places languages at the heart of its broad and ambitious curriculum, encouraging students to become confident communicators with an appreciation of different cultures. Staff benefit from a collaborative environment, excellent professional development, and a leadership team committed to innovation and continuous improvement.
About the Role
The successful candidate will teach French across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging and intellectually stimulating lessons that develop students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Students study a rich curriculum covering grammar, translation, literature, authentic texts, and the culture of French-speaking countries. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level French examinations while fostering confidence, independence, and a genuine enthusiasm for language learning.
You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through language clubs, cultural celebrations, educational visits, exchange opportunities, and enrichment activities that broaden students' understanding of the Francophone world.
Key Responsibilities
Teach French across KS3, KS4, and KS5
Deliver engaging, challenging, and well-structured lessons
Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level French examinations
Develop students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
Assess progress and provide high-quality, constructive feedback
Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development
Support language enrichment activities, trips, and cultural events
Foster curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation of languages
The School Environment
This All-Through School is recognised for its inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum, and strong sense of community. Students are respectful, motivated, and eager to learn, creating a calm and purposeful environment where academic achievement and personal development flourish.
The Modern Foreign Languages department is a collaborative and innovative team with experienced specialists committed to delivering excellent outcomes. Staff benefit from modern teaching resources, ongoing professional development, supportive leadership, and clear opportunities for career progression.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching French at secondary level
Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently
Strong subject knowledge of the French language and Francophone culture
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
Desirable
Experience teaching A-Level French
Ability to teach a second language such as Spanish or German
Experience organising language enrichment activities or international exchanges
A proven track record of delivering strong student outcomes
How to Apply
If you are interested in this French Teacher role at an All-Through School in Manchester, please submit your CV as soon as possible.
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