Charters School is seeking to appoint a Teacher of French, for the period of Maternity Cover to join us in April 2026. The post would be appropriate for an ECT or a more experienced teacher.

You will be joining a successful and vibrant Modern Foreign Languages Department who really bring languages alive for all. 

•       Committed to promoting high-quality teaching of French
•        An inspiration to students to have a passion for the subject and have high expectations of all students
•       An excellent classroom practitioner with an understanding of high-quality learning and ensure French is a vibrant subject within the school community
•       Teaching the subject to KS3, KS4 (KS5  & the ability to teach Spanish desirable)

The school is a very heavily over-subscribed 11-18 Comprehensive School with 1710 students on roll including 390 in the Sixth Form. 

The School offers a strong tradition of excellent outcomes but also a broad curriculum suited to all students. The school’s behaviour and relationships policy is robust, and staff have welcomed the introduction of centralised consequences and inclusive policies.

We believe our best resources are our teachers. There is a popular and thriving programme of continuing professional development in the department and across the school, at all levels, and colleagues have the opportunity to develop personally and professionally. The school also offers excellent promotion prospects and a comprehensive induction programme. 

 Colleagues benefit from a commitment to staff well-being and are provided with several schemes to support them in maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. The priority admission of children of successful applicants applies for this subject.

Please read the Information pack accompanying this advert, along with the Charters School attached and on our website www.chartersschool.org.uk

Applicant Information

 Deadline for application: Monday 26 January 2026 at 9 am

 Applicants are requested to complete the Application Form on the Vacancies   page of the Charters School Website (c/o MyNewTerm) https://www.chartersschool.org.uk/7545/vacancies

 Please include a statement, outlining how your skills and experience will have  prepared you for the role and how you would contribute to Charters School’s future success.

 Applications are invited with immediate effect and will be considered immediately upon receipt. We reserve the right to shortlist, interview, and appoint at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the deadline date.