French Graduate Assistant

ISC group; England; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in England is seeking a female French Graduate Assistant for a fixed-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027. The role involves supporting academic departments and pastoral duties, with a salary of £20,700, including meals and accommodation. Candidates must be French-speaking and educated to degree level. This position is ideal for those considering a career in teaching. Applications are due by January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Responsible and enthusiastic with a passion for teaching.
• Able to undertake pastoral and boarding duties.
• Involvement in extra-curricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Support academic departments and assist with university preparation.
• Handle pastoral and boarding duties including weekends.
• Participate in extra-curricular activities and trips.

Skills

Native level French speaker

Effective communication skills

Adaptability

Decision-making skills

Calm under pressure

Commitment

Hardworking

Education

Educated to degree level

Job description

FRENCH GRADUATE ASSISTANT

FIXED TERM CONTRACT

SEPTEMBER 2026-JULY 2027

£20,700 for the duration of the contract plus meals and accommodation

St Mary’s School Ascot is seeking to appoint a French Graduate Assistant who is responsible and enthusiastic and who may wish to pursue a career in teaching. The job will include:

• Pastoral & boarding duties (including some weekends and 4 evenings a week)
• Supporting academic departments and assisting with university preparation
• Involvement in extra-curricular activities and trips

The French Graduate Assistant should be:

• Native level French speaker
• Educated to degree level
• Able to communicate effectively
• Able to take responsibility and make decisions
• Adaptable and calm under pressure
• Committed and hardworking

There is an occupational requirement (as defined by Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010) for the postholder to be female. Accordingly, this post is open to female applicants only.

Please complete the online application form selecting French Graduate Assistant from the drop-down menu.

https://www.st-marys-ascot.co.uk/recruitmentapplicationform/

A short letter of application addressed to the Headmistress, Mrs Danuta Staunton should be included with your application form. Closing date noon of Monday 5 January 2026.

For more information about the role or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs Nic MacRobbie on [e-mail].

Interviews will be held in weeks commencing Monday 5 and Monday 12 January 2026. First interviews will be conducted via zoom.

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. Interested applicants are advised to submit their application as early as possible to avoid missing your opportunity to apply. Applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK.

St Mary’s School Ascot is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and social media checks.