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READING BLUE COAT SCHOOL
Sonning
Part-time
23rd January 2026
A Co-Educational Independent Day School for Students aged 11-18

FRENCH LANGUAGE ASSISTANT
Part-time, term-time

An enthusiastic French speaker with a flair for teaching is required to join our Modern Languages
department as soon as possible. The primary role is to support Sixth Form and Years 10 and 11
with pronunciation, general conversation, aspects of the French language culture, reinforcement
of topics seen in class and preparation for oral exams.

This is a part-time, term time only position. Candidates should be available to work three days a
week.

About You
Candidates  should  be  a  French  speaker  (native  speaker  level)  with  a  good  command  of  the
English language as well.  Previous experience of teaching or tutoring in the French language and
a thorough understanding of the curriculum are advantageous but not essential.

Excellent  communication  skills  are  required  with  the  ability  to  establish  rapport  with  students,
parents and colleagues.  A commitment to the ethos of the School and its pastoral approach is
essential.

Our School
Founded in 1646, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa 800 pupils
from ages 11 to 18. The School is located on a beautiful 46-acre campus in the village of
Sonning, just outside Reading.

The School employs more than 200 staff, of whom 50% are academic staff, and provides a
stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full
intellectual, physical, and creative potential.

What we offer
Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards
package, including excellent benefits such as a pension scheme; free meals; extensive staff
discounts; life assurance, tax saving cycle to work and car leasing schemes; free sports and
leisure facilities; Employee Assistance Programme; and a strong commitment to professional
development.

Further details and an application form can be downloaded from our website:
www.rbcs.org.uk/vacancies  or contact the HR department, Tel: 0118 933 5813 email:
recruitment@rbcs.org.uk

Closing date: 09:00 on Friday 23 January 2026

Applications must be submitted to the email address above by application form (which can be
found on our website) and accompanied by your covering letter. Applicants must already be
eligible to work in the UK.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and
Barring Service enhanced check.

Registered charity number 1087839 • No agencies, please • www.rbcs.org.uk

The Headmaster & School are in membership of HMC, SHMIS and AGBIS. Registered Charity No 1087839. Registered in England & Wales as a company limited by guarantee No 4243510 Registered Office as above.