French Teaching Assistant
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French Teaching Assistant
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] seeks a dedicated French Teaching Assistant for a full-time temporary position starting September 2026 in London. The role involves supporting primary pupils' learning, supervision, and classroom activities in a bilingual French-English environment. Requires fluency in French and English, experience with children, and a commitment to safeguarding. Competitive salary and benefits including training, health insurance, and discounted school fees.
Job Details
- Contract type: Full-time – Temporary - 1 school year
- Start date: September 2026
- Hours: 27 hours per week
- Location: London
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Located in the heart of London in a listed Victorian building, the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] welcomes around 700 pupils from Nursery to Year 10 in a warm, multicultural and nurturing environment. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] delivers a bilingual education based on an enhanced version of the French National Curriculum. The school promotes academic excellence, cultural openness and personal development.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant. Working closely with the class teacher and the wider Primary team, you will contribute to pupils’ learning, wellbeing and development throughout the school day.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise pupils during the school day (in the classroom, playground and during transitions)
- Support pupils’ learning and engagement during lessons in French
- Assist the teacher with the preparation and delivery of classroom activities
- Provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups
- Encourage positive behaviour, autonomy and participation
- Support pupils’ social and emotional development
- Contribute to a safe, caring and respectful learning environment
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience:
- A Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare is an advantage
- Experience working with children in a primary school or Early Years setting is desirable
- Knowledge of the French and/or UK education systems is an advantage
Skills & Attributes:
- Passionate about working with children and supporting their development
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
- Positive, flexible and proactive approach
- Good organisational skills and a strong sense of responsibility
- Fluent in French
- Ability to work in English
- Reliable and punctual
Salary & Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, depending on experience and profile, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers:
- Access to an annual professional development and training programme
- A flexible benefits allowance of up to £2,000 per year
- Discounted school fees for children enrolled at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
- Free balanced meals, freshly prepared on site
- Access to internal courses depending on demand (English, French, yoga, etc.)
- Perkbox benefits programme (employee perks and discounts)
- Private health insurance
- Life insurance
Right to Work
Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is unable to sponsor visas for this role.
Safeguarding & Child Protection
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to:
- An Enhanced DBS check
- A declaration of non-disqualification
- Verification of two recent professional references
How to Apply
Please send your completed application to: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] by 30 May 2026.
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment.