French/English Teacher Years 5 - 8

French & English Teacher – Junior School | South West London
Years 5–8 | Summer Term Contract (16th April – 1st July)
Short-Term Opportunity (Paternity Cover)
Recruiting via Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a Junior School in South West London (Wimbledon) to recruit a qualified and experienced French & English Teacher for the Summer Term, covering two extended paternity leaves.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate teacher, with a strong emphasis on French, to work with pupils across Years 5–8 in a supportive and engaging school environment.

About the Role

• Teaching French and English across Years 5–8 (French is the priority subject)

• Delivering engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire and challenge pupils

• Following school schemes of work and adapting lessons where needed

• Supporting pupils academically and pastorally to help them reach their full potential

• Working collaboratively with staff to maintain high standards of teaching and learning

• Contract: 16th April – 1st July (Summer Term, paternity cover)

• Full-time position

Essential Requirements – Please Read Carefully

✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
✔️ Experience teaching English and/or French in a UK school setting
✔️ Strong subject knowledge, particularly in French
✔️ Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
✔️ Ability to engage and inspire younger learners (Years 5–8)
✔️ Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

⚠️ Please do not apply if you do not hold QTS or relevant UK teaching experience. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for English and French teaching

• A strong desire to inspire and support pupils to achieve their academic potential

• Strong pastoral instincts and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

• Excellent communication skills

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive, market-leading daily pay rates

• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement

• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities

• Opportunity to gain experience in a well-regarded Junior School setting

Apply Now

If you are a qualified French & English Teacher (with strong French experience) looking for a Summer Term opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today or send your updated CV to find out more.

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