Job Description

Modern Foreign Languages Teacher (French Specialism)

Location: Canterbury, Kent

Start Date: January 2025

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: MPS (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a passionate Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) teacher with a specialism in French? Our client, a high-achieving secondary school in the heart of Canterbury, is seeking a dedicated and inspiring MFL Teacher to join their team from January 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving educational community, committed to fostering a love for languages and cultural appreciation among students.

About the Role

As the MFL Teacher with a focus on French, you will:

Deliver engaging French lessons to students across Key Stages 3, 4, and possibly 5.

Inspire students to excel in language learning, ensuring lessons are interactive, challenging, and inclusive.

Collaborate with the MFL department to contribute to a dynamic curriculum, enriching the language experience for students.

Assess, monitor, and support student progress, maintaining high standards of achievement.

About the School

Location: Centrally located in Canterbury, with excellent transport links and a welcoming, supportive environment.

Community: A diverse, inclusive school that values creativity and academic excellence.

Facilities: State-of-the-art classrooms equipped with the latest technology and resources to support innovative language teaching.

About You

The ideal candidate will be:

Qualified: Hold a relevant teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) and QTS.

Experienced: Have a strong background in teaching French, with additional experience in teaching other MFL subjects being a plus.

Passionate: Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for language teaching and the ability to inspire students of all abilities.

Team-Oriented: Able to work collaboratively within a supportive and dedicated MFL department.

Why Apply?

Join a reputable school with a supportive leadership team.

Receive ongoing professional development opportunities.

Be part of a close-knit educational community that values innovation and personal growth.

Interested? If you are an MFL teacher with a passion for French and a commitment to excellence in language education, we want to hear from you!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and talented MFL teacher to make a real impact on students’ lives. Don’t miss out – apply today!

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