Job Description
French Academic Mentor – Enfield – September 2026
This high-achieving secondary school in the London Borough of Enfield is rated Good by Ofsted and is recognised for its ambitious Modern Foreign Languages curriculum, strong GCSE outcomes, and genuine commitment to ensuring every pupil develops real confidence and competence in French. The MFL department is a valued faculty within the school, and every French Academic Mentor who joins plays a meaningful and appreciated role in supporting pupils to achieve their full linguistic potential.
French Academic Mentor - What the School Offers
- Subject-specific CPD tailored to French intervention delivery, language support strategies, and GCSE examination preparation
- A well-resourced MFL department with experienced colleagues, shared planning, and digital language tools on hand
- A structured induction with dedicated mentoring from qualified French practitioners from day one
- A diverse, multilingual school community that brings authentic cultural context into every French Academic Mentor's sessions
- Strong encouragement towards teacher training pathways or extended contracts for high-performing staff
French Academic Mentor - What the Role Involves
- Delivering targeted one-to-one and small-group French intervention sessions across KS3 and KS4
- Supporting pupils working below expected levels or preparing for GCSE French examinations
- Helping pupils develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through structured, progressive sessions
- Tracking individual pupil progress and feeding back regularly to the class teacher and Head of MFL
- Building confident, encouraging relationships with pupils to develop their enthusiasm and resilience in French
French Academic Mentor - What the School is Looking For
The ideal French Academic Mentor will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university in French, Modern Languages, or a closely related discipline - a UK-awarded bachelor's degree is essential for this role. Previous child-centred experience in a UK educational setting is highly valued. The school is seeking a fluent, patient, and enthusiastic French Academic Mentor with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for French language and culture.
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates without a UK-awarded bachelor's degree will not be considered.
French Academic Mentor - Salary and Contract Info
- £550 to £600 per week, pro rata to term time only
- Full-time, long-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027
- Term-time only
- Potential for extended contracts or teacher training pathways following a successful placement
If you are a French graduate with a passion for the language and a genuine desire to help young people build confidence and achieve their potential, this French Academic Mentor role in Enfield is an excellent opportunity to gain meaningful school experience and make a real difference to pupils' linguistic achievement.
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French Academic Mentor | September 2026 | INDSUP