Abingdon School has an exciting opportunity for a French Language Assistant to join the team.Location: Abingdon School, OX14 1DESalary: £16,768 per annum (£44,157 per annum FTE) which is based on an hourly rate of £21.17 per hourWorking hours: 20 hours per week (0.3797 FTE), Working 34 weeks term time only (including Inset days)Job Type: Part Time, Fixed Term Contract / Permanent, Term Time onlyClosing date: Wednesday 12 March 2025 (midday)About Us:Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with around 1000 pupils aged 11-18. The School is situated in 35 acres of beautiful grounds in the centre of Abingdon, just south of Oxford.French Language Assistant – The Role:The Modern Languages department wishes to appoint an enthusiastic, well-organised and engaging fluent French Language Assistant to teach motivated Fifth and Sixth formers. This role is required as a minimum for the academic year from the September 2025 to the July 2026 but may also be available on a permanent basis.The French Language Assistant supports Fifth years (National Curriculum year 11) and Sixth Formers.The successful candidate will work to develop pupils’ spoken French skills and appreciation of Francophone cultures, as well as playing an integral role in their preparation for public examinations. The French department follows the Cambridge IGCSE and AQA A Level syllabi.French Language Assistant – Key Responsibilities:- Teach 30-minute 1:1 oral lessons with Sixth Form pupils (about 12 per week)- Keep a register of pupil attendance and notify teachers of absence- Prepare the material for the Sixth Form lessons and homework, which are all based on articles on particular topics (e.g. immigration, religion)- Help guide Sixth Formers with their oral research project- Teach 30-minute lessons with groups of 5-6 Fifth Form pupils (about 10 per week), on topics such as free time, holidays, local area- Prepare materials for 5th year lessons e.g. games, pair work activities, prompt cards and role plays- Be familiar with exam board specifications and mark schemes for public exams and follow departmental schemes of workFrench Language Assistant – You:- Educated to degree level- Fluent in French, with particularly strong oral fluency- Genuine enthusiasm for the subject- Ability to inspire and motivate pupils- Good knowledge and experience of Francophone cultures- Displays commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion- Displays a commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people- Values and respects the views and needs of children and young people- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their contract without any additional approvals. French Language Assistant – Benefits:- Competitive pension schemes- Death in service- Private health care scheme*- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme, including access to free counselling, financial and legal advice- Free lunch during term-time- Free use of school gym and pool at agreed times- Discounted fitness classes- Free on-site parking and secure spaces for bikes- Cycle to work scheme*Eligibility criteria may apply for some staff benefitsApplication Process:We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.Closing date: Wednesday 12 March 2025 (midday)Interview date: Friday 21 March 2025Early applications are encouraged, and we may make an appointment prior to the published closing date.Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.To submit your application for this French Language Assistant opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now