Modern Language Assistant- French (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Required from October 2026 until June 2027 (Fixed Term Contract)

We have a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic and friendly individual to join our vibrant Modern Languages Department in providing support to teachers and students. This will be both in-class support and one-to-one conversation and coaching with our students. You should be a native French speaker or a bilingual specialist. We may also consider very capable British-born linguists with the right aptitude, skills and experience. You may well be considering a career in teaching, and this will give you a chance to put yourself to the test and work in a high-performing academic environment.

Hours: 18 hours of contact time per week, Monday to Friday during RGS term time. Working days and daily start and finish times may vary however the earliest start time would be 8.15am and latest end time would generally be 4.30pm. Exact hours will be confirmed upon appointment in line with student timetables.

Salary: The salary for this role is circa 32k gross per annum (based on a full-time working contract). The Language Assistant’s actual salary for 18 hours per week during term time will be adjusted to circa 10k which is proportionate to the dates of the fixed term period (i.e. 01/10/26 until 25/06/2027).

Excellent benefits available- see job information for more details

Applications should be sent directly to jobs@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk

Closing Date: 9.00am Monday 9th March 2026

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