TEACHER OF FRENCH
PART TIME - 0.5-0.6 FTE
Required from September 2026
GDST has its own teacher pay scale
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of French (0.5-0.6 FTE), ideally with the ability to teach Spanish, to join our successful Modern Foreign Languages department. The department fosters intellectual curiosity and a strong appreciation of global cultures. We set high expectations for all students and provide differentiation and appropriate challenges to support every learner to reach their full potential.
The ability to teach Spanish at Key Stage 3 or GCSE level would be an advantage. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
- We ensure progress in pupils’ learning and follow a bespoke curriculum created by the department, in which teachers are free to use a range of teaching methods.
- We promote languages and cultures through our strong co-curricular offer, which includes popular trips, clubs, and inter-departmental events.
- Our successful annual Languages and Cultures Week celebrates both languages learnt in school and languages spoken at home, supporting the school’s strong commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.
French is a popular subject and each year we have a healthy cohort of A-level students, with some also studying a second language. Many of our students go on to study languages at university.
About Norwich High School for Girls
Norwich High School for Girls was founded in 1875 and is an independent day school for girls from 3-18 with approximately 600 pupils. The school is part of The Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the largest independent school group in the UK. It is at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (up to 18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Free life assurance benefit
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Free hot lunch during term time
- Free hot beverages all year round
- Access to Fitness Suite and Swimming Pool subject to availability and induction
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Onsite parking
- Access to our free Employee Assistance programme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
A letter of application addressed to the Head (Mrs Nicola Griffiths) should be included with your application form. Please note that CVs without a completed school application form cannot be considered.
Closing date: Monday 20th April 2026, 12 noon
Interview date: TBC
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Candidates shortlisted for interview will be subject to an online search. This isn't part of the shortlisting process - candidates will have an opportunity to address any areas of concern at interview. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.