Teacher of Modern Languages

Thank you for your interest in this permanent post.
To help your application, we have outlined below the particular qualities we
hope you will be able to bring to this post.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational,
enthusiastic and talented teacher to join our outstanding Communications
faculty in September 2026. The aptitude
to demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and consistently teach stimulating
and innovation lessons is essential.

The ideal candidate will:

• be a well-qualified teacher of MFL with
  a record of planning and delivering lessons that are engaging challenging and
  enjoyable to pupils of all ability levels.
• have a PGCE qualification and QTS.
• be a proficient ICT user to enhance their teaching.
• have the ability to teach pupils
  throughout KS3 & KS4, with the potential of KS5 teaching. At least one
  of French, German or Spanish to KS4 with a second language to KS3.
• be able to inspire and make positive relationships with students to
  encourage great learning.
• have evidence of supporting students to reach their full potential.
• be a resilient character with a strong personal drive.
• Contribute to teamwork within the faculty and the school as a whole.
• Have high expectations and commitment to the wider life of the school.

As
a member of an innovative and forward-looking faculty, you would be encouraged
to gain a wide range of experience to support your own professional
development.

All
staff in the faculty are encouraged to develop their skills and expertise and
to assume responsibility, as necessary, for the effective delivery of the
teaching programmes. Planning programmes of study and the management of courses
are a collective responsibility; hence, teamwork, shared ideas and mutual
support are essential, well-developed, threads within the team.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title: Teacher of Modern Languages

The Governors are seeking to appoint a graduate who is able
to demonstrate the following qualities and experience:

CRITERIA - Qualifications

ESSENTIAL

- Well qualified graduate.

- Qualified teacher, or expect to gain QTS by the start of the contract.

DESIRABLE

- Evidence of continuing professional development.

- Awareness of current syllabus development.

CRITERIA - Experience

ESSENTIAL

- Experience of teaching across the 11-18 age range.

- Ability to teach at least one of French, German or Spanish to KS4 with a second language to KS3.

- Proven record or evidence from teaching practice of potential to help students reach high standards of learning and achievement.

- Experience of using interactive whiteboard technology.

DESIRABLE

- Understand the importance of the pastoral role of every teacher.

CRITERIA - Knowledge

- High standard of subject knowledge.

- Knowledge of current developments in Teaching & Learning.

- Understanding and use of strategies to raise achievement.

DESIRABLE

- Experience and understanding of helping low achievers.

CRITERIA - Personality

ESSENTIAL

- Demonstrate a positive & enthusiastic outlook.

- Passionate about language.

- Ambitious with a drive to succeed.

- Ability to inspire & motivate students and peers.

- Commitment to safeguard & promote the welfare of children.

DESIRABLE

- Self confidence

- Flexibility/adaptability

CRITERIA - SpecialAptitudes

ESSENTIAL

- Professionalism/integrity.

- Good communication skills.

- Work with energy, commitment and good humour.

- Be an effective team member.

- Play full role in departmental development, especially contributing to teaching & learning materials.

DESIRABLE

- Ambitious and keen to undertake continuing professional development.

CRITERIA - Personal Attributes

- Desire to contribute to and be involved in the wider life of the school.