French Teacher | Catholic Secondary School | Wolverhampton

Position: French Teacher
Location: Wolverhampton
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS4

Modern Foreign Languages Role in a Faith-Based School Setting

A Catholic secondary school in Wolverhampton is seeking to appoint a French Teacher to join its Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This role offers the opportunity to teach within a values-led environment where language learning is supported as part of a broad and balanced curriculum.

French remains an important subject within the school, with students encouraged to develop confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing through structured lessons and regular practice.

About the Role

You will be responsible for delivering French lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, helping students build their understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and conversational skills. Lessons will focus on supporting language fluency while developing cultural awareness and communication skills.

You will support students preparing for GCSE French examinations, helping them develop confidence in both written and spoken assessments.

The role includes working collaboratively within the Modern Foreign Languages department to maintain consistency in curriculum delivery and student progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach French across KS3 and KS4

• Deliver lessons covering grammar, vocabulary, and speaking skills

• Support students preparing for GCSE French examinations

• Assess student work and provide structured feedback

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to shared departmental planning

• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons

• Support wider language learning activities where required

The School Environment

This Catholic secondary school in Wolverhampton provides a structured and respectful learning environment where staff support students both academically and pastorally. The Modern Foreign Languages department works collaboratively to deliver consistent lessons across all year groups.

Students are encouraged to engage with language learning through structured activities and regular assessment. Clear behaviour expectations support focused classroom learning.

Leadership promotes professional development and values subject expertise within departments.

Candidate Requirements

The school is seeking a teacher who can deliver engaging French lessons and support student progress across mixed-ability groups.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching French at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 French

• Good classroom management skills

• Strong communication skills

• Good organisational skills

Desirable

• Ability to teach an additional language

• Experience preparing students for GCSE French

How to Apply

If you are interested in this French Teacher role in Wolverhampton starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.