French Teacher

Northholm Grammar is seeking an enthusiastic and accomplished French Teacher to join our Secondary teaching team. This is an opportunity to inspire students to develop confidence in communicating in French, an appreciation of Francophone cultures and a lifelong interest in languages.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging and academically rigorous French language learning experiences, supporting students of varied abilities to develop their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Experience teaching French across Stages 4–6 will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging and appropriately challenging French lessons across relevant year groups.
• Developing and implementing high-quality teaching programs, assessment tasks and resources aligned with NESA syllabus requirements.
• Building students’ French language proficiency across listening, speaking, reading, writing and intercultural understanding.
• Using explicit teaching, differentiation, authentic language experiences and timely feedback to support learners of varied abilities.
• Monitoring student progress and using assessment evidence and learning data to guide instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Collaborating on curriculum planning, assessment moderation and the development of the Languages program.
• Fulfilling a pastoral role within the School’s house-based Tutor system and fostering positive relationships with students and families.
• Contributing to cultural activities, excursions, co-curricular opportunities and the wider School community.

Applicants should possess the following:

• Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications and strong spoken and written proficiency in French.
• Sound knowledge of relevant NESA French syllabuses, assessment and reporting requirements, including HSC requirements where applicable.
• Experience teaching French across Stages 4–6, including senior French courses, will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging, differentiated language instruction that builds student confidence and achievement.
• A collaborative approach to curriculum development, assessment design and professional learning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.
• Current NESA teacher accreditation and a valid Working with Children Check, or eligibility to obtain and maintain these requirements.
• A commitment to Northholm Grammar’s culture of academic excellence, pastoral care, co-curricular involvement and child safety.

Why work at Northholm?

Northholm offers a collegial K-12 environment on its beautiful semi-rural Arcadia campus, where staff can know students well and contribute meaningfully to the life of the School. The School is also investing in the growth of outstanding teachers and leaders through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence, connecting evidence-informed teaching, professional learning, leadership development and educational research.

• Access to professional learning, coaching and leadership development through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence.
• No compulsory weekend sport commitments for teaching staff.
• Access to the School’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to Fitness Passport.
• Annual staff influenza vaccinations.
• Salary sacrificing options.
• Convenient onsite staff parking.

Please note: while Northholm does not require compulsory weekend sport, teaching staff may be required to attend occasional School events outside normal hours.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for this position and possess a commitment to the education of young people, please submit your cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of three professional referees. Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted via email: hennessys@northholm.nsw.edu.au.

Applications close Thursday 5 November

*Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted, and Northholm Grammar reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the advertised closing date.

For further information about this position and the School, please see www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/employment

Applicants must satisfy Child Protection Legislation and will be subject to employment screening. All staff are required to actively support the ethos of the School. The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check and current teacher accreditation.