French Teacher – Secondary School

Role: Teacher of French (KS3–KS5)
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Highly Competitive

Are you a talented French Teacher who can inspire students to become confident, independent users of the language?

A highly regarded secondary school in Bedford is looking for an outstanding French specialist to join its MFL department. The school has high expectations and is committed to providing students with an ambitious and engaging education.

• Teach French across KS3–KS5.
• Develop confident communication and accurate written French.
• Deliver challenging and engaging lessons.
• Build secure knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
• Prepare students for GCSE and post-16 examinations.
• Encourage independent reading and wider cultural understanding.
• Contribute to clubs, trips, exchanges and enrichment activities.
• Foster a classroom culture based on confidence, curiosity and participation.

The successful candidate will have excellent French subject knowledge and the ability to communicate complex language concepts clearly.

You should be passionate about helping students make progress, whether they are building basic confidence or working towards the highest grades. A relevant degree and experience teaching French at GCSE or A-Level would be desirable.

You will join a supportive department with high expectations, strong resources and opportunities for professional development. The school values creativity and encourages teachers to bring their own expertise into the classroom.