Modern Foreign Languages Teacher

To teach French as the primary language to groups of children (ages 3-11) 36 weeks per year. 

Whilst French is the primary language taught, the ability to be able to offer a further language, e.g. Spanish, would be an exciting addition. We are looking for a teacher with energy, resilience and flexibility and with a passion for teaching and leading this important subject area. Candidates who are suitably qualified to teach other academic subjects or who could offer individual musical tuition would also be encouraged to apply. All members of staff have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and to uphold school policies.

The successful applicant will be a suitable person to work with children and committed fully to promoting and safeguarding their welfare at all times. The appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including those to verify their identity, qualifications and their appropriateness to work with children.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Enthusiastic, creative, resilient, flexible and well-motivated
• Well-organised
• Reliable
• Able to work as an individual and as part of a team
• Ability to develop positive relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents
• In sympathy with the ethos of the school
• Fully qualified 
• Experience of teaching modern foreign languages within primary schools/age preferred
• An excellent communicator
• Ability to make modern foreign languages enjoyable and to encourage all children to actively participate at all levels.

In return, we will provide:

• Polite, motivated and enthusiastic children
• Small class sizes (maximum of 20 children per class)
• A well-resourced teaching and learning environment
• A warm, family environment where you can enjoy the support of governors, colleagues and parents
• Competitive salary and other benefits - including TPA pension scheme, free medical insurance
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• Opportunities for you to contribute your own expertise and to make a positive impact

Application packs can also be obtained from the school website www.stmichaelsschool.com  or by email headspa@stmichaelsschool.com. Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged. Please call Sarah Paterson on (01702) 416311 to arrange an appointment.  

If you wish to apply, please return the completed application form with a covering letter describing how you meet the requirements of the person specification and any experience you may have. Applications can be emailed to headspa@stmichaelsschool.com, but if you are called in for an interview, we will ask you to sign a copy of your application.

Deadline for applications: 3.00 pm Weds 5th Feb. Interviews: week commencing Mon 10th Feb. Start Date: 20th April (negotiable)

St. Michael’s CofE Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with current and past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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