Teacher – Modern Foreign Languages (0.7 FTE)

At St. Thomas a Becket we are proud to be a Catholic school for our whole community and want to offer each young person, whatever their background and starting point, the chance to grow and flourish spiritually, academically, physically and emotionally.

In our most recent Ofsted report (2023) where the school was rated ‘Good’ in all areas, a student is quoted as saying ‘at this school all students are loved’, which succinctly sums up the spirit, ethos and culture of St. Thomas a Beckets. As those who are truly loved and appreciated as individuals will always thrive to explore their unlimited potential, pupils and staff alike.

The school is proud to provide excellent educational experience that saw us achieve some of the best outcomes in Wakefield in 2023. The P8 score achieved by St Thomas a Becket for the 2022-2023 was the highest ever recorded score for the school, and higher than the local authority average and the national average.

We are more than a school striving for academic excellence, we are a school that is creating young people who are spiritually, socially and academically ready for life beyond school in the spirit of kindness, tolerance and respect for all members of our school community.

An appointment as a Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages at St Thomas a Becket is an opportunity to join a highly successful team of talented, committed staff, enthusiastic, friendly pupils and a community of supportive families and a highly dedicated Trust.

We believe that our success derives from our inclusive, pupil-centred focus; our commitment to the continuous review of curriculum and pedagogy; our focus on CPD; and a strong belief in the need to work within a set of Catholic values which underpins all that we do.

 Please read our recruitment pack for more insights into our wonderful school. If you would like to arrange an informal conversation or visit to the school, please contact Shelley Lodge (Heads PA) to arrange a suitable time slodge@beckets.bkcat.uk

Salary: MPS/UPS (Suitable for ECTs and more experienced candidates)

Permanent

Preferred languages: French and Spanish

Closing date: Monday 20th May 2024 3pm

Interview date: Thursday 23rd May 2024

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a role in one of our crucial subjects and plan and deliver high-quality lessons for students whilst being responsive to ensure their needs are continually met.

In particular, the post holder will:

•        Provide effective teaching for whole classes, groups and individuals so that teaching objectives are met, pace and challenge are maintained, and best use is made of teaching time.

·        Use teaching methods which keep students engaged and stimulated, including effective questioning techniques, clear presentation and highly effective resources.

·        Set high expectations of pupils’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focussed teaching, positive and productive relationships as published in the school’s behaviour policy.

·        Undertake the role of form tutor where required

In exchange, we offer a range of benefits including:

•        Being part of a small Catholic school where the underlying values of kindness, love and respect are integral in everything we do and pastoral support is prioritised

•        A comprehensive CPD programme focusing on the needs of staff and the school

•        The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from across the Trust ensuring best practice, continuous improvement and networking opportunities

•        Staff voice being used to shape school improvement and drive changes where necessary

•        An on-site professional cycle track and well-equipped gym available for staff use

Further information is available in the Job Specification, which is on Trust Website on our Vacancies page Vacancies - The Bishop Konstant Catholic Academy Trust (bkcat.co.uk).

Please read our recruitment pack and visit the school website (Home - St Thomas à Becket Catholic Secondary School (bkcat.co.uk)) for more insights into our wonderful school. If you would like to arrange an informal conversation or visit to the school, please contact Shelley Lodge (Heads PA) to arrange a suitable time slodge@beckets.bkcat.uk

 To apply for this post, please complete the application and supplementary forms which are available on the above Trust vacancies page.

The closing date for applications is Monday 20th May 2024 3pm

All of our staff uphold the Core Values and Catholic Ethos of the Trust. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance in line with our Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policy.

Please note, as part of the recruitment process, we will carry out an online search for any short-listed candidates in order to comply with the guidance given in the September 2023 update of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.