French German Teacher – Phenomenal School – Luton (AprilStart)

A well-regarded 11–18 comprehensive school in Luton is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Teacher of French & German to join its established languages faculty. The school has a strong academic profile and a reputation for steady improvement, underpinned by consistent behaviour systems and supportive leadership. French & German is a popular subject choice at GCSE, with growing interest at A-Level. Students are engaged and respond well to lessons that connect global issues with local contexts — a strength of the department’s approach. The Role You will teach French & German across KS3 and KS4, with the potential to contribute to KS5 teaching depending on experience. The curriculum is knowledge-rich and carefully sequenced, with a clear balance between physical and human French & German. Your responsibilities will include: • Delivering well-structured French & German lessons across KS3–KS4 • Preparing students effectively for GCSE examinations • Embedding fieldwork and case study learning into schemes of work • Contributing to departmental planning and assessment moderation • Supporting enrichment activities such as local field trips and French & German clubs The department values real-world application and critical thinking, encouraging students to explore environmental, economic and social themes in depth. The French & German Department The Humanities faculty is stable and collaborative. French & German teachers work closely to ensure curriculum coherence, consistent assessment and shared resources. Department strengths include: • Strong GCSE outcomes • Clearly sequenced curriculum and shared planning • Structured internal moderation • Fieldwork integrated into Key Stage 3 and GCSE provision Students benefit from structured exam preparation alongside opportunities for discussion and debate around contemporary issues. The School This Luton secondary school serves a diverse and ambitious community. Behaviour systems are clear and consistently applied, creating calm, focused classrooms. Leadership is approachable and supportive, with a strong emphasis on professional development. The school invests in subject-specific CPD and provides mentoring opportunities for staff at all stages of their careers. Facilities include: • Modern languages classrooms • Interactive classroom technology • Dedicated Sixth Form spaces • A structured pastoral support system Staff describe the culture as professional, collaborative and improvement-driven. Who We’re Looking For The successful candidate will: • Hold QTS and a degree in French & German or a related field • Demonstrate secure subject knowledge across KS3–KS4 • Be confident in managing behaviour and maintaining high expectations • Show enthusiasm for fieldwork and enrichment • Contribute positively to faculty collaboration Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and strong early career teachers. What’s On Offer • A stable and supportive Luton secondary school • A well-organised languages faculty • Clear behaviour systems and strong pastoral care • Professional development opportunities • A collaborative and forward-looking working environment This is an excellent opportunity for a French & German specialist looking to join a well-led and ambitious school in Luton.