A supportive and forward-thinking 11–18 secondary school in Rugby is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of French, suitable for an Early Career Teacher, to join its established Modern Foreign Languages department.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ECT who wants to build confidence, develop strong classroom practice and teach languages in a school that values consistency, clarity and high-quality teaching.
The Role
You will teach French across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering lessons that focus on building confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing. The curriculum is well structured and carefully sequenced, helping students develop secure foundations while progressing steadily towards GCSE success.
Lessons emphasise:
* Clear modelling and structured practice
* Regular retrieval of vocabulary and grammar
* Confidence in spoken language
* Consistent routines to support behaviour and engagement
As an ECT, you'll benefit from shared planning and established resources, allowing you to focus on refining delivery and classroom management rather than creating everything from scratch.
ECT Support & Induction
The school has a strong reputation for supporting early career teachers and offers:
* A dedicated MFL mentor with regular one-to-one support
* Reduced teaching timetable during your induction period
* Joint planning and shared assessments within the department
* Opportunities to observe experienced language teachers
* CPD focused on behaviour, assessment and language pedagogy
Support is structured, practical and designed to help you grow in confidence and skill over time.
The MFL Department
The Modern Foreign Languages department is collaborative and welcoming, with a shared approach to planning and assessment. Teachers support one another closely, and new colleagues are fully integrated into the team.
The department promotes cultural awareness and confidence in communication, and enrichment activities are carefully planned and manageable.
The School
This Good-rated secondary school is known for its calm classrooms, positive student behaviour and strong pastoral systems. Leadership is approachable and committed to staff wellbeing, with realistic expectations around marking, meetings and data.
Teachers describe the working culture as supportive, structured and professional.
Who This Role Is Ideal For
* An ECT or trainee French teacher completing QTS
* Someone keen to develop confident classroom routines
* A reflective practitioner open to coaching and feedback
* A team-oriented teacher who values collaboration
Why This Is a Strong ECT Opportunity
* Clear curriculum and shared resources
* Strong mentoring and reduced timetable
* Calm learning environment and positive behaviour
* Supportive leadership and manageable workload
* A department that genuinely invests in early career teachers