French Teacher

Build confidence, spark curiosity and help students find their voice in another language

Are you a French teacher who loves seeing students grow in confidence as they communicate in a new language? A welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Bristol is seeking a full-time French Teacher to join a supportive Modern Foreign Languages department where communication, culture and curiosity sit at the heart of learning.

This is a school that values languages as a way of opening doors, broadening perspectives and helping young people engage with the world beyond the classroom.

Why this school?

• A French Curriculum That Builds Real Communication
The French curriculum is carefully sequenced to develop strong foundations in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Lessons focus on purposeful communication, cultural understanding and helping students use language with confidence and accuracy.

• An Inclusive, Aspirational School Community
Students come from a wide range of backgrounds and are encouraged to believe they can succeed in languages. The school promotes a positive learning culture where effort is recognised, mistakes are part of learning and confidence grows over time.

• A Supportive and Collaborative MFL Team
You’ll work within a department that plans together, shares resources and supports one another. High-quality professional development and coaching are built in, helping teachers refine their practice and develop subject expertise.

• Well-Resourced Learning Spaces
Classrooms are set up to support interactive teaching, spoken language practice and creative approaches that bring French language and culture to life.

• Languages Beyond the Classroom
The school values enrichment, cultural learning and real-world links, helping students see how French connects to travel, careers and future opportunities.

The role

• Teaching French across relevant key stages
• Delivering engaging lessons that develop confidence and communication skills
• Supporting students to make strong progress through clear, meaningful feedback
• Contributing positively to the MFL department and wider school community

What we’re looking for

• A passionate French teacher with high expectations for all learners
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred
• A reflective, team-focused approach to teaching
• Commitment to inclusion, cultural awareness and student progress

Salary: Paid to scale
Contract: Full-time

If you’re looking for a French role where your subject is valued, your development is supported and your impact is felt every day, this could be the right next step.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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