French Language Assistant at Watford Grammar School for Boys

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/WGSB/04051

Location

Rickmansworth Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 7JF

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£1,425.20 Monthly

Hours Per Week

Fixed Term End Date

Fri 30th Apr, 2027

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 5th Jun, 2026

Start Date

01/10/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

w/c 8/6/26

Interview Date(s) w/c 8/6/26

About this Role

The role

• We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative Foreign Language Assistant to join a dynamic and energetic department

• The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to work with small groups of students and provide one-to-one linguistic support to students at all levels up to A Level in this highly successful school.

• The role involves helping to develop students' fluency in speaking and general linguistic and grammatical competencies.

• The candidate will work closely with the Head of Department and will take responsibility for running the language club supported by the KS3 Coordinator.

• To be aware of, and operate within, all policies relating to student welfare and guidance, especially in the area of Child Protection.

The ideal candidate

Although PGCE or other teaching qualifications are not required, fluency in the language and up-to-date knowledge of the culture and current affairs is essential. The department boasts a large pool of resources to which the candidates will have access.

What we offer

• We are among the top schools in England offering all students at least one modern foreign language at GCSE.

• Dynamic, energetic department with students committed to studying GCSE and A Level.

• A supportive environment with access to professional development and training

• Examination results are good, and the subject is very popular and has a high status within the school

• Excellent facilities

• Opportunities to assist with school trips and undertake additional paid duties

• Competitive salary and employee benefits package.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post-holders are subject to a satisfactory right to work and enhanced DBS Check with a barred list check.