Ascham is one of the world’s leading girls’ schools, and since its foundation in 1886 has educated girls who develop into confident, independent, compassionate young women. Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school for students in years P-12, within a warm, welcoming and collaborative environment.

We value staff who demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the School. We look for energetic, dedicated and capable staff who are full of ideas; embrace a quick-paced environment; and demonstrate initiative, empathy and professionalism to help the School achieve its strategic objectives.

About the Role

As for our student-facing roles, Ascham teachers are responsible for the intellectual development and wellbeing of their students; and deliver excellence in developing and delivering academic programs through The Dalton Plan. The role also has a wellbeing component with teachers assigned a form class.

We are seeking a French Teacher to deliver engaging and effective French language instruction to students in Years 7 to 12. The role requires a dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic educator who can foster a love of language learning, implement innovative teaching practices, and integrate cultural elements into lessons. The position holder will also collaborate with colleagues to support a whole-school approach to language acquisition and development.

This is a permanent full-time position.

What You Will Do

- Teach French to students in years 7 to 12, and according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum,



and Dalton principles of responsibility, independence, collaboration and reflection

- Write, implement and evaluate high-calibre French teaching programs and Dalton assignments ensuring the knowledge, understanding and success of each student

- Actively participate in the planning of curriculum, writing of programs and resources

- Use formative and summative assessments to determine student progress

- Submit marking, reports and academic results as required

- Monitor and report on the progress of all students

- Provide students with a rich cultural context including French-speaking countries’ traditions and customs

- Assess students’ language progress and provide timely feedback to students and parents

- Organise and participate in French-related cultural activities, excursions, holiday tours, incursions and language competitions.

What You Will Bring

- A degree in Education or related field, with a focus on French or Languages

- Enthusiasm for language and cultural education

- Accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) to teach in NSW schools

- Strong understanding of the NSW Languages Syllabus





- Demonstrated experience teaching French to secondary students and up to HSC levels

- Strong classroom management skills and ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to follow instructions, work unsupervised and be a cooperative team member

- Flexibility and adaptability in teaching method

- Punctuality, professionalism and high levels of work reliability
- A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- A current First Aid / CPR Certificate and valid Working with Children Clearance (WWCC).

Interested?

Further information, including a position description for this role is available at https://www.ascham.nsw.edu.au/connecting/careers-at-ascham

If this sounds like you, please apply via SEEK no later than 11.59pm on 26 August 2026. Applications should include a cover letter and resume (listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available).

We are conducting interviews for this role on a rolling basis and encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. Please note also that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Ascham School seeks to provide a child-safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of our students, and our school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham’s Child Safe policies and practices and our Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.

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