Foreign Language Assistant (Spanish) part-time

Thank you for your interest in this post at WQE. We believe that this is a particularly exciting time to be joining us, offering a real opportunity to make a difference in this thriving and vibrant Sixth Form College. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work with students; their academic and wider achievements, their learning experiences, the support they receive in their academic progress, their learning environment and their wider experience of College life. The College operates across two closely located campuses, next to the University of Leicester on University Road and a smaller campus at Regent Road. In this context, we are looking to appoint a Spanish Language Assistant to deliver conversation classes to students preparing for examinations. The appointed person will be working with small groups of students to improve their oral and comprehension skills in Spanish, in preparation for their examinations. The assistant will be responsible for preparing resources for these lessons under the guidance of the teacher and Assistant Curriculum Leader for Spanish. The appointed person should be able to motivate and encourage students to participate in discussions and should be prepared to deal with a wide range of topics and issues relating to Spain and Spanish-speaking countries. Experience of working in a College or school context would be an advantage. English, Film and Modern Foreign Languages This vibrant curriculum area brings together English, Film and Modern Foreign Languages. The curriculum area consists of sixteen teaching staff and is led by a Curriculum Area Leader, supported by a Deputy Curriculum Area Leader and three Assistant Curriculum Area Leaders. Together they ensure the provision of high-quality outcomes and experiences for students and lead the ongoing development of teaching, learning and assessment. The area is located at the University Road site. The team of Language Assistants consists of two French assistants, a German