Head of Modern Foreign Languages

The North East Learning Trust are seeking to appoint an inspiring and highly motivated Head of Modern Foreign Languages. This appointment will be based in Hermitage Academy where we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a school that is undergoing real change.

Hermitage Academy is a mixed 11-16 comprehensive school and sixth form with over 1000 students from Chester-le-Street and the surrounding areas. 

Our vision is simple and is shared by all schools across the North East Learning Trust family. It is that every child experiences excellence every day. Our primary aim is for each young person to be both courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence.

We are committed to:

• the pursuit of excellence in all that we do;

• a broad education designed to enable every young person to achieve their

full potential and make the most of their talents;

• a calm, purposeful atmosphere where young people are cared for and able

to learn with confidence;

• a healthy, happy, disciplined and supportive environment which promotes

an independent work ethic and a love of learning;

• engendering respect for individuality and difference so that all will feel

secure and equally valued;

• a nurturing sense of social responsibility, spiritual and personal

development;

• fostering integrity, confidence, resilience, creativity, good manners and

sensitivity to the needs of others.

The successful candidate will:

• relevant training and experience of successful teaching and learning

• high expectations and standards in achievement and behaviour

• a firm belief and strong commitment to inclusive education

• a clear understanding of how children are motivated and learn effectively

• a creative approach to encourage children to take ownership of their own

learning

• energy, commitment, enthusiasm and initiative

• the ability to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a highly skilled team

• the ability to deliver outstanding teaching

Deadline:

Closing Date: Monday 8th February 2021 (17.00 hours)

Interviews are aiming to take place Wednesday 24th February and Friday 26th February 2021.

How to apply:

Please could you complete and return the Application Form together with a supporting letter to school by Monday 8th February 2021 (5.00pm). 

The letter should outline the reasons why you wish to work at the North East Learning Trust, what you would bring to the post, and the experience and attributes that have prepared you to take on the role.

Application forms should be completed and returned with a supporting letter to samantha.lish@hermitageacademy.co.uk or by post to Samantha Lish, Hermitage Academy, Waldrige Lane, Chester-le-Street, DH2 3AD.