Lead Practitioner - MFL (with specialism in Languages)

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, dedicated and motivated Lead Practitioner - MFL with excellent subject knowledge and specialism in languages, who can combine academic knowledge and achievement with a passion for the subject to boost learning outcomes.

Job overview

You’ll inspire students to achieve their full potential in Modern Foreign Languages, using a passion for language to deliver high quality and engaging, interactive lessons that boost both written and spoken capabilities of students. A focus on learning and assessment and wider curriculum requirements is key, as well as the ability to utilise your knowledge to positively impact progress within the subject.

Main Areas of Responsibility

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support the MFL curriculum area as appropriate and contribute to raising standards of student attainment.
• To work with the Subject Leader to further develop the teaching & learning in MFL as well as contributing the wider Teaching & Learning vision of the school
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students.
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential, including through offering a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills,
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Have good written and spoken communication skills and be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies

Why join us?

At Barnwood Park School, you’ll be a valuable member of a committed team with access to chances for professional growth and the chance to play a significant role in learners’ academic advancements.

Safeguarding Statement

Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Barnwood Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age.