Teacher of French and/or German (Maternity cover)
The Radcliffe School
Milton Keynes
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- September 2023
- Apply by:
- 18 April 2023
Job overview
Teacher of French and/or German (Maternity cover)
MPS/UPS
Full time or part time
Starting September 2023
“The Radcliffe School is a Good School” – Ofsted, 2020
We are looking for a qualified Modern Languages Teacher to join our vibrant Modern Languages Department from 1 September 2023 to provide maternity cover for one year in the first instance. The ideal candidate will be able to teach French or German, but it is desirable for them to teach both languages. We are happy to consider a full time or part time timetable.
This position would suit an experienced teacher or an Early Careers Teacher who is keen to start their career in a friendly and supportive school. We have extensive experience of providing excellent mentoring and support to new staff.
We are an iPad school with all staff and students receiving an iPad (along with regular CPD on how to use it) to support teaching and learning.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and learning and will have the ability to motivate students. They will be happy to work in support of a friendly team.
The Radcliffe School offers the opportunity to:
- Work with a Department that is passionate about achievement for all pupils.
- Work with fantastic students who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
- Operate within a diligent team of excellent teachers who have a wealth of expertise and experience.
- Teach, research, develop and examine at GCSE and A Level.
- Work with a driven and inspirational department in pursuit of excellence.
- Be part of a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
- Contribute to high quality teaching and learning, and the provision of extracurricular activities to drive students forward.
- Collaborate within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
- Develop your career.
- Contribute to the creation of outstanding student experiences in learning for all.
If you feel that you have the energy, passion, resilience and drive to be part of making The Radcliffe School outstanding we would love to have you on our team.
Please go to www.radcliffeschool.org.uk for more information about the post and an application form.
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 18 April 2023.
The Radcliffe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Attached documents
About The Radcliffe School
- The Radcliffe School
- Christchurch Grove, Wolverton, Milton Keynes
- Buckinghamshire
- MK12 5BT
- United Kingdom
The Radcliffe School is a co-educational secondary comprehensive located in Milton Keynes. It has around 1,190 students aged 11-18, 125 of whom attend the Sixth Form.
Radcliffe has dedicated provision for students who have autistic spectrum disorders. Although the vast majority of learners are educated on a single site, a small number of older pupils do make use of off-site provision for vocational courses.
Headteacher
Paula Lawson
Vision Statement
At The Radcliffe School we are at the centre of a vibrant and diverse community. Our vision and ethos reflects our drive, commitment and ambition for now and the future.
Building Bright Futures Together to Inspire and Achieve…
- academic excellence.
- personalised growth and development.
- a supportive ethos.
- successful community partnerships.
- personal ambitions.
- a happy, confident, learning community.
We do this by –
- Creating a safe learning environment by making sure everybody is valued and cared for.
- Challenging and supporting each other.
- Being open and honest with each other and sharing information to make the right decisions.
- Offering an enriched and varied curriculum.
- Building students’ character by developing leadership, organisation, resilience, initiative and communication skills.
- Providing learning opportunities in collaboration, creativity and critical thinking.
- Valuing our differences and experiences.
- Developing community partnerships.
Ofsted report, 2020
“The Radcliffe School is a caring community that values pupils, families and staff. Parents and carers are positive about the strong leadership and improvements they have seen in recent years. Staff are determined that all pupils will achieve and behave well. They put pupils at the heart of their decision-making and provide a wide range of courses for older pupils to select for study.”
“There are strong systems to manage pupils’ behaviour.”
“Pupils are polite, welcoming and courteous.”
“Pupils are happy and say that they feel safe in school.”
“Pupils know that staff want them to succeed and are helpful if they need additional support. One pupil said, ‘It is the best school in the world.’”
“Leaders have high expectations for all pupils.”
“The school is a calm and well-ordered place.”
“Pupils speak highly of teachers and say that all staff care for them.”
“Parents who responded to Ofsted’s Parent View were positive and confident that staff look after their children well.”
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