Head of French - part time (0.8FTE)

As Head of French, you will be responsible for strategic leadership, staff development, student experience and operational management of the department. You will inspire and manage your team, striving for the highest standards at all times. You will have a proven ability to build effective working relationships and a desire to contribute towards extra-curricular activities, ensuring the involvement of your colleagues.

In return, you will be working for a highly respected school with a genuinely supportive culture and a committed team of colleagues.

In addition, you will receive:

• Salary well above the national scale, comparing favourably with others in the independent sector;

• Private medical scheme;

• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme;

• Use of on-site gym (at certain times of day);

• Choice of hot lunch, salad bar, desserts and refreshments during term time;

• Interest-free loans are available for rail season ticket holders;

• Cycle to work scheme;

• Generous relocation package for those living outside the area;

• Fee reduction for your child(ren) after a qualifying period and subject to entrance exam.

This position is offered on a part time basis (0.8FTE) from September 2026 or January 2027. If you would like the opportunity to lead the French department at the RGS please get in touch for further details and an application form.

The Royal Grammar School has a responsibility for and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The person appointed to this post will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the DBS.

Please note: applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to close applications early.

Locations

RGS Senior

Job role

Teaching

RGS Senior

About Royal Grammar School Guildford

The RGS Prep and Senior Schools are situated in the heart of the historic town of Guildford, a flourishing and vibrant place to live and work.

Our strong staff community is the result of many factors.

Teaching and support staff collaborate professionally to ensure a first class education and excellent pastoral care.

Individual contribution is celebrated through the sharing of new ideas and best practice as well as personal and departmental achievements.

Social groups flourish and are a great opportunity to get to know colleagues in a more informal setting.

Our staff body is diverse and however you choose to involve yourself in school life, you will find yourself among like-minded people.