Second in Department: Modern Foreign Languages
William Ellis School
Camden
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main or Upper Inner London payscale + TLR2b
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2023
- Apply by:
- 20 February 2023
Job overview
William Ellis School is a thriving, voluntary aided, non-denominational, inclusive comprehensive boys’ school serving the educational needs of boys from the ages of 11 to 18. We are on the edge of Hampstead Heath in the London Borough of Camden with 800 on roll, and we are part of the highly regarded LaSWAP sixth form consortium.
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and highly capable MFL teachers to either start or develop their career in a school which places good quality teaching and learning as its highest priority.
You would be joining the well-established and successful Language Department and would be required to teach German up to KS5 as well as French up to KS4. The ability to teach Spanish at any Key Stage would also be desirable, but not essential. All students learn French from Year 7 and then some can learn a second foreign language in Year 8. We have a strong double linguists programme with excellent results.
We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, vision, resilience and strong interpersonal skills. The Languages Department is a centre of excellence at William Ellis School and you would be joining a strong, committed team.
The successful candidate will be:
- a highly motivated and inspirational classroom practitioner
- committed to maximising pupil progress through setting high standards and by delivering effective teaching and learning
- able to inspire, lead, support and challenge students to achieve their potential
If you are seeking a challenging and highly rewarding position enriching the lives of students and the local community, we look forward to hearing from you.
Why choose William Ellis School for your next career move?
We offer:
- a beautiful location next to Hampstead Heath
- easy transport links – Kentish Town on the Northern Line, as well as bus routes
- a staff car park
- an Employee Assistance Programme
- an extensive CPD programme with exceptional professional opportunities
Interested candidates are welcome to contact the school on 020 7267 9346 for an informal conversation with a senior leader about the role and the school, or to arrange a visit.
Application packs can be downloaded from www.williamellis.camden.sch.uk. Please send completed applications by email to: HR@williamellis.camden.sch.uk
Closing date: Monday 20th February 2023 at midday
We reserve the right to interview candidates before the closing date.
William Ellis School is committed to Equal Opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and therefore expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, all appointments are subject to DBS checks and excellent references.
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About William Ellis School
William Ellis School is a voluntary-aided, non-denominational comprehensive school in the London Borough of Camden, serving the secondary educational needs of boys in the diverse local community and of girls in the Sixth Form.
The aims of the school are to enable our pupils to strive for excellence in the academic, sporting and cultural spheres, and to contribute to a democratic society as good citizens, by developing:
• Good communication skills in written and spoken English and another language.
• Numeracy and problem-solving skills, particularly in the context of science and technology.
• Good health, physical education and activity.
• An informed understanding of the world of industry, commerce and work, and the processes of wealth creation.
• Creative skills and an appreciation of art, music and drama.
• An interest in the wider world and other cultures, through the learning of languages and travel.
• A growing awareness of ethical behaviour, respect for the environment and social justice.
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