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