Modern Foreign Languages Teacher

Required for September 2022, we are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic MFL Teacher specialising in French to join our successful 11-18, mixed school.  

The successful candidate will have a commitment to promoting outstanding progress and attainment for all.  You will plan and deliver high quality and engaging lessons that support our KS3 learners to make exceptional progress and inspire them to continue languages beyond KS3 with your passion for French. Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers and more experienced teachers.   

We are looking for an individual who has:

• Qualified Teacher Status;

• Experience and knowledge of teaching MFL within a secondary school (ages 11-18)

• Ability to teach French

• Excellent curriculum knowledge and how to sequence the skills and knowledge
       needed;

• A record of / commitment to outstanding teaching and securing high levels of pupil
       progress;

• Experience of or a commitment to wider school responsibilities;

• Exceptional interpersonal and organisational skills;

• An appreciation and an understanding of a school at the heart of the community.

Robert Clack School of Science is one of the most successful schools in the UK and we are expanding to become one of the largest schools in the UK.  This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented, ambitious professional to join the dedicated teaching team within our school.  

Reasons to join us:

Our Pupils: The exemplary behaviour of our pupils is always commented upon by visitors to our school. Our pastoral system is second to none, reinforcing the values and ethos of the school. Pupils understand the importance of mutual respect, compassion for others, discipline, hard work, high expectations, and aspirations.

Success: We are hugely oversubscribed with a large Sixth Form. Through our provision of a broad and balanced curriculum, and an extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities, our pupils achieve excellent academic, social and cultural outcomes, despite living in an area of significant disadvantage.  At the end of Year 13, our pupils go on to top University destinations, including Oxford and Cambridge.   Many have progressed to employment via apprenticeships or in a variety of industries. 

Working Conditions: Our pupils need the best quality teachers in the classroom and we support our teachers through enhanced PPA time, minimal bureaucracy, supportive departments, pastoral teams and the leadership team.

Professional Advancement: We believe in training, developing and supporting teachers and support staff.  Many of our teachers trained at Robert Clack; a number are former pupils of the school, including the Headteacher. We have a Silver award for our CPD from the Teacher’s Development Trust, Investors in People Bronze award and the one time that we entered the Sunday Times Best Public Sector Company we were ranked first for Leadership, My Company and Personal Growth.  If you are ambitious, motivated and above all an excellent teacher, there are plenty of opportunities for you to develop at Robert Clack School.

HOW TO APPLY:

To view more information about Robert Clack School, please take a look at the school website.  If you would like to apply for this position please refer to the Job Description, Person Specification and download the application form which is available with the TES.  Please submit your completed application form via the TES or to: eselvon@robertclack.co.uk

CVs only will not be accepted.  They will only be accepted if accompanied by a completed application form.

REQUIRED FOR: September 2022

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 2pm on Thursday 3 February 2022

INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD: During February 2022

Robert Clack School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  Successful applicants must be willing to undergo identity checks, checks with past employers and an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.opportunities to develop.