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French Teacher – September 2025 Start – Secondary School in Southampton

Are you a passionate French Teacher looking to inspire the next generation of linguists in a supportive and inclusive school setting? A welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in Southampton is seeking a qualified French Teacher to join their Modern Foreign Languages department from September 2025.

This full-time, permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a school known for its strong leadership, values-driven culture, and commitment to both academic achievement and personal development.

Key Details:

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS depending on experience

Why this school?

Part of a highly respected national academy trust with a reputation for investing in staff development, internal progression, and inclusive education

A supportive and experienced leadership team who prioritise staff wellbeing and team culture

A growing MFL department that shares resources, supports new ideas, and values collaborative teaching practices

Behaviour and engagement across the school are strong, enabling teachers to focus on high-quality language delivery

What we’re looking for:

A qualified French Teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)

Experience teaching French to KS3 and KS4 (KS5 advantageous but not essential)

A confident communicator with a passion for language learning and cultural exchange

A proactive team player committed to inclusive, values-led teaching

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A personalised, people-first approach to finding the right school for you

Whether you’re a seasoned MFL teacher or an ECT ready to start your career in a vibrant school community, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a department where your passion for French and dedication to student success will be valued.

Apply today or get in touch with Teaching Personnel to find out more.

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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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