About this role
We are seeking a native-level French speaker to join our thriving Modern Languages department as a French Language Assistant for the 2026 academic year. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to play a key role in helping students aged 11-18 develop their confidence and fluency in spoken French and cultural understanding.
You will also be fully immersed in the life of a vibrant UK boarding school, leading small‑group and one‑to‑one speaking sessions, assisting in lessons, and contributing to departmental activities such as clubs and broader curricular events. In addition, the role supports the wider life of this busy boarding school through pastoral involvement in a boarding house, participation in co‑curricular programmes, and collaboration with teaching and pastoral staff across departments. At its core, the role ensures pupils receive personalised, engaging language support while contributing positively to the school community and its ethos.
This is a fixed term position for the 2026/2027 academic year, commencing August 2026 until August 2027. Working on a full-time basis during term time, with some evening/weekend work to support school events, the full time salary for this role is £18,000 plus accommodation and free meals when school is in session.
Please complete an application form by clicking on the Apply now button. Applications should be sent to recruitment@christs-hospital.org.uk by 9am, 8 June 2026. We can only accept a completed application form and are unable to accept CVs alone. Early application is advised, as we reserve the right to close the advert early
We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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