French Teacher Year 7-10

French Teacher (Years 7-10) Salary: $80,000 to $125,000 + super
School Type: Independent School - Inner Melbourne
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term (Term 3 to End of 2026)
Start Date: Term 3, 2026
Potential: Opportunity for ongoing employment

About the School

HARKE has partnered with a high-performing independent school in Inner Melbourne known for its strong academic outcomes, commitment to student growth, and well-established culture of excellence. The school provides a supportive and professional environment where staff collaborate closely, professional development is encouraged, and students are challenged to achieve their personal best.

Educators benefit from modern facilities, strong leadership support, excellent public transport access, and a collegial faculty environment that values both academic achievement and student wellbeing.

About the Position

An opportunity has become available for a French Teacher to join the school from Term 3, 2026. This full-time position is a leave replacement through to the end of the year, with the potential to become ongoing for the right candidate.

The successful teacher will deliver French across Years 7-10 within a well-established Languages program. The role offers the opportunity to inspire students' appreciation of French language and culture while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing faculty.

This position would suit an educator who is passionate about language learning, values strong student relationships, and enjoys working within a supportive and academically focused school environment.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging French lessons across Years 7-10
• Foster student confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in French
• Maintain strong safeguarding practices and support student wellbeing
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Collaborate with Languages faculty members on curriculum planning and assessment
• Contribute positively to the broader life of the school community

Requirements

• Current VIT registration or eligibility to obtain registration
• Experience teaching secondary French
• Full Australian working rights
• Commitment to student wellbeing and safeguarding
• Ability to provide two referees and complete HARKE safeguarding onboarding

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a well-established Languages faculty
• Supportive and collaborative school culture
• Strong academic environment with engaged students
• Excellent public transport access
• Potential for ongoing employment beyond the contract period
• Professional development opportunities

HARKE Recruitment

Working with HARKE Recruitment offers several key advantages:

• Streamlined recruitment process for an easy and efficient experience
• Direct communication with school leaders and hiring teams
• Interview preparation and ongoing support throughout the process
• Access to quality teaching opportunities across Victoria and beyond

How to Apply

To express your interest in this opportunity, please contact amy@harke.com.au