Job Description

French & Spanish Mentor – Redbridge – September 2025

This secondary school prides itself on a balanced, inclusive curriculum and a strong commitment to pupil well-being and staff support. The school fosters a multicultural environment, many students speak English as an additional language, and embraces a trauma-informed approach, underpinned by positive behaviour systems and a strong emphasis on mental health and inclusion.

French & Spanish Mentor – What the School Offers

• Comprehensive induction and mentoring for new staff, ensuring smooth integration and confidence from day one

• Continuous CPD and training, including language teaching techniques and behaviour management

• Collaborative and supportive team culture that values diversity and shared excellence

• Established, inclusive behaviour policy promoting respect, engagement, and academic growth

• Clear progression opportunities, including pathways into teacher training or extended contracts for high-performers

French & Spanish Mentor – What the Role Involves

• Providing targeted, small-group or 1:1 support in French and Spanish to enhance student progress

• Delivering academic intervention, tracking outcomes, and closely monitoring student attainment

• Supporting classroom management and engagement in Modern Foreign Languages lessons

• Collaborating with subject educators to enrich curriculum delivery and student understanding

French & Spanish Mentor – What the School is Looking For

Ideal candidates are proactive, compassionate and committed, with excellent communication skills and a strong willingness to learn. A 2:1 or First-Class degree from a top-30 UK university is required, along with demonstrable child-centred experience. Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

French & Spanish Mentor – Salary and Contract Info

• General TA / SEN TA roles: £444 per week, pro rata, term-time only

• Academic Mentor roles: £450–£530 per week, pro rata, term-time only

• Cover Supervisor / HLTA / Unqualified Teacher roles: up to £600 per week, pro rata, term-time only

• Full-time, long-term contract (September–July), term-time only

• Potential for future teacher training or extended contracts for successful candidates

We invite passionate applicants ready to make a difference and gain valuable, school-based experience in a thriving and supportive environment.

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