Teacher of French

Teacher of MFL - French 

The Featherstone Academy, Pontefract Road, Featherstone, WF7 5AJ 

Pay Scale: MPS / UPS  

Start Date: January 2026 or ASAP

Contract: Permanent 

The Featherstone Academy seeks to appoint a Teacher of French to join our dedicated department. The successful candidate will have an outstanding teaching ability, have the skills to motivate and engage students, and will have a continuous objective to enrich the lives and learning experiences of our young people. We are a small school with an inclusive culture and warm ethos, yet we have big ambitions to be a beacon of learning, aspiration and success for our local community. 

The Featherstone Academy is part of Resilience Multi Academy Trust, which also includes BBG Academy, Brayton Academy, Churwell Primary Academy, Southway, UTC Leeds and the founding school, Rodillian Academy. Resilience Multi Academy Trust has a reputation for high expectations for all, a pioneering curriculum and excellent staff/student relationships. In return, the successful candidate will enjoy access to high quality CPD at all levels and the chance to work in an organisation that does things differently. Our academies are a place where staff can develop their skills, find their own style and methods of teaching, learn and grow alongside their students, and feel that they are making a real difference to the lives of those they teach. The Trust is committed to providing private school opportunities in a modern comprehensive environment. We believe that traditional values of discipline and respect are sacrosanct. We do not tolerate bullying, defiance or rudeness and this has made for harmonious and safe learning environments for our young people, and a supportive environment for staff.    

This is a real opportunity for you to make your mark, and as a growing Multi Academy Trust with an excellent reputation and access to high-quality CPD for all, there are always opportunities for career development for ambitious and committed colleagues. If you have the drive and ambition to promote aspiration and success in our students, apply to join our thriving and vibrant academy today. 

Prospective candidates are welcome to contact The Featherstone Academy to discuss this opportunity further. Please contact Clare Thompson, PA to the Principal to arrange at cthompson@featherstone.academy 

Resilience Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff, volunteers, visitors and contractors to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will undergo relevant checks in line with statutory guidance and all appointees will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.