Head of French

Job Title: Head of French
Location: Newham
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: MPS Inner London TLR

Are you invested in the development of students aged between 11 and 16?
Do you adopt a ‘can-do’ attitude?
Are you adaptable and flexible?

TeacherActive are proud to be recruiting for an experienced, qualified Head of French to work permanently from September 2026. We are currently working in partnership with a highly aspirational and inclusive secondary school in Newham with a rigorous academic curriculum and strong pastoral care. The school is proud of its excellent results and its commitment to both staff and student wellbeing, recognised through nationally recognised wellbeing and parent partnership awards.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced French teacher with leadership ambitions or an established subject leader seeking a new challenge. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and developing the French department across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning remain at the centre of the curriculum. You will be responsible for leading curriculum development, setting high expectations, and supporting colleagues to deliver engaging lessons that help every student achieve their best.

The successful Head of French will have:

• QTS with a French specialism
• Experience teaching French up to Key Stage 4 / KS4
• Previous leadership experience or the ambition to progress into a leadership role
• Excellent classroom management
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• The ability to inspire students and drive high achievement within the department

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
• Flexibility and ongoing support throughout your placement
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD courses and certificates as part of our ‘My-Progression’ brand
• Market-leading rates of pay
• Referral scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’, and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: [email protected]

CONTACT NUMBER: 0207 858 6655

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.