Position: French Teacher
Location: Brighton
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

French Teacher Role in an Independent School

A prestigious Independent School in Brighton is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring French Teacher to join its successful Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a school that is committed to academic excellence, cultural awareness, and developing students’ confidence in language learning.

The school offers a rich and ambitious curriculum where students are encouraged to develop strong communication skills, cultural understanding, and a genuine passion for languages. Staff benefit from excellent resources, supportive leadership, and a collaborative environment focused on achieving outstanding outcomes for students.

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach French across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging lessons that develop students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Students follow a broad curriculum that explores French language, literature, culture, and global perspectives. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level French examinations while encouraging confidence, fluency, and a deeper appreciation of Francophone cultures.

You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through language clubs, trips abroad, cultural events, exchange opportunities, and enrichment activities that inspire students beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach French across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging and challenging language lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level French examinations

• Develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills

• Assess progress and provide high-quality feedback

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support language trips, clubs, and cultural enrichment activities

• Encourage enthusiasm and confidence in language learning

The School Environment

This Independent School in Brighton is recognised for its strong academic reputation, supportive community, and commitment to providing a broad and enriching education. Students are motivated, respectful, and encouraged to develop both academically and personally.

The Modern Foreign Languages department is a collaborative team of specialist teachers who are passionate about language learning and international opportunities. Staff benefit from excellent facilities, professional development opportunities, and a supportive leadership team that encourages creativity and innovation.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification

• Experience teaching French at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge and excellent communication skills

• Ability to inspire students of all abilities

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level French

• Experience organising language trips or cultural activities

• Ability to teach another Modern Foreign Language

• A proven track record of delivering strong student outcomes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this French Teacher role at an Independent School in Brighton, please submit your CV as soon as possible.