French Language Assistant

A suitably qualified, native French speaker with recent experience of living in a French-speaking country is required for September 2025. This is a term-time position, with hours of teaching expected to be up to twenty-five 35-minute lessons per week. Candidates should be academically strong, have a detailed knowledge of French grammar and literary texts, be enthusiastic, engaging, and IT literate. They should be keen to push pupils to the highest level and enthuse them about French culture and language. Being able to cooperate and interact proactively with colleagues in the department and across the school will be paramount. The successful candidate will help Wykehamists to develop their French speaking skills from Year 12 to Year 13, with the aim of preparing them specifically for the AQA A-level French speaking examination, as well as developing their spoken expression and confidence more generally. They will be expected to give equal attention to all students. There will be weekly lessons, which will be conducted entirely in French, from Monday to Saturday inclusive. The French Assistant will also help pupils prepare for their GCSE oral examinations in Year 10. Key Qualities The successful candidate will be/have:

• A commitment to the pastoral values of the school.
• A welcoming and friendly demeanour for all visitors to the College.
• The ability to build strong and effective relationships with pupils, parents, other Housemaster/mistress and other school-wide colleagues.
• Calm, patient and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• The ability to delegate and use initiative.
• High levels of energy, enthusiasm and reliability.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• Organisational and administrative skills.
• Commitment to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.
For full job description please visit here: Winchester College | French Language Assistant How to Apply If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk. Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attached a full CV and cover letter with you application. Closing date for applications: 11.59pm, Monday 21 April 2025 Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes. Interviews are expected to be held in late April or beginning of May. Diversity and Inclusion Winchester College is a truly international community that celebrates everyone's individuality, talents and potential and offers regular training and career development opportunities. We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We work hard to create a culture where different perspectives are valued and our staff feel valued for their individuality and share a sense of belonging. Our aim is to reflect the diverse nature of society and of our pupil body. Safeguarding Winchester College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, and obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services certificate. Staff will receive appropriate safeguarding training which is regularly updated. Sustainability Both staff and pupils at Winchester College are committed to being the most sustainable school possible.

A suitably qualified, native French speaker with recent experience of living in a French-speaking country is required for September 2025. This is a term-time position, with hours of teaching expected to be up to twenty-five 35-minute lessons per week. Candidates should be academically strong, have a detailed knowledge of French grammar and literary texts, be enthusiastic, engaging, and IT literate. They should be keen to push pupils to the highest level and enthuse them about French culture and language. Being able to cooperate and interact proactively with colleagues in the department and across the school will be paramount. The successful candidate will help Wykehamists to develop their French speaking skills from Year 12 to Year 13, with the aim of preparing them specifically for the AQA A-level French speaking examination, as well as developing their spoken expression and confidence more generally. They will be expected to give equal attention to all students. There will be weekly lessons, which will be conducted entirely in French, from Monday to Saturday inclusive. The French Assistant will also help pupils prepare for their GCSE oral examinations in Year 10. Key Qualities The successful candidate will be/have:
• A commitment to the pastoral values of the school.
• A welcoming and friendly demeanour for all visitors to the College.
• The ability to build strong and effective relationships with pupils, parents, other Housemaster/mistress and other school-wide colleagues.
• Calm, patient and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• The ability to delegate and use initiative.
• High levels of energy, enthusiasm and reliability.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• Organisational and administrative skills.
• Commitment to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.