About this role
We are looking for an enthusiastic MFL teacher who can teach French and Spanish up to GCSE level. At KS3 the students follow an Ark MFL curriculum and at KS4 students follow the Edexcel syllabus for French and Spanish.
We are pleased to offer the possibility of a TLR for an appropriately qualified and experienced candidate. This may include the opportunity to undertake a leadership role, such as Head of Department, subject to the successful applicant’s skills, experience, and leadership capacity. This provides an excellent opportunity for a candidate seeking to develop or extend their leadership experience.
The successful candidate will be able to communicate effectively with students of all abilities, be proactive, have excellent communication skills and be experienced in establishing successful learning relationships with young people and adults. They will be instrumental in our mission to provide every student a great education and real choices in life, regardless of their background. A passionate practitioner, with the ability to deliver high-quality, rigorous lessons that drive achievement and inspire a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom.
We’re looking for an individual who:
Has knowledge of the national secondary education system, examinations and curriculum
Can lead by example, through outstanding practice and professionalism
Cares about students, their learning, and their futures
Is driven to make a difference, to overcome barriers, to be relentless in enabling all students to make exceptional progress
Is committed to their own personal development and to collaborative, consultative working
What we offer:
Salary higher than the national pay scales
Twice as many training days as standard and network-wide events with Ark colleagues, held by the best minds in education
Weekly staff training designed to meet the needs of the school
Coaching for every teacher
Protected co-planning time
Access to the high-quality, p