Teacher of MFL (French) - Full Time

Teacher of MFL (French)

Finborough School is a thriving, ambitious and highly successful independent co-educational day and boarding school for children aged 2-18 years. The school is set in 40 acres on the outskirts of Stowmarket in Suffolk. Over the past 10 years there has been significant growth in student numbers and major investment in new buildings and facilities.

 Development of a strong positive character and a ‘Better Never Stops’ mindset are at the core of the culture that pervades our close school family.

In this role you will teach French to students aged 11-16 (including GCSE) with the possibility of A level dependent on sixth form student options.

The ability to teach a second language, particularly Spanish would be an advantage, however, is not essential.

We take pride in being a successful business that has grown student numbers whilst still being selective. We are fortunate to have a highly committed and loyal team of staff who work with our wonderful children and young adults. Everything we do at Finborough is to enrich the lives of our students and to continue to provide the best preparation for life. We have an unrelenting drive for continued improvement.

The successful candidate will have a ‘growth mindset’ and a commitment to sustaining the highest possible standards coupled with being an inspirational teacher.

A generous salary and benefit package is available. Start date is September 2024.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 24th April 2024 with interviews taking place in the week commencing Monday 29th April 2024.

For further information about the school please visit our website www.finboroughschool.co.uk or contact us on 01449 773600 or email abeek@finboroughschool.co.uk. A recruitment pack, including the job description and application form is available from our website.

Finborough School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the position, including checks with past employers, the Department for Education and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and our Safer Recruitment Policy are available on our website.

MFL Teacher (French) Job Description - Full Time

To effectively carry out the professional duties of a MFL (French) teacher, as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school’s policies, under the direction of the Headteacher.

Accountable to: Head of MFL

All school staff are expected to:

a.    Work towards and support the school vision and objectives for development. To support the Headteacher and Senior Staff in the pursuit of these objectives at all times but to challenge constructively when warranted

b.    Support and uphold the schools values of respect, results and honesty

c.     Set high expectations of behaviour, establishing and maintaining good discipline and control of students in accordance with school policy.

d.    Act as a role model to students in all actions and behaviour.

e.    Contribute to the broader life of the school by supporting and leading curricular and extra-curricular events.

f.      Work effectively as part of a team but also to be able to show initiative and independence in their areas of influence.

g.    Raise concerns about individual children or school practice, when necessary, for the better performance of the educational process

h.    Support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding students.

i.      Work within the school’s health and safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for staff, students and visitors.

j.      Work within the school’s diversity policy to promote equality of opportunity for all students and staff, both current and prospective.

k.     Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and positive, courteous relations with students, parents and colleagues.

l.      Engage actively in the appraisal process.

m.   Participate in professional learning programmes and activities such as parents' meetings or open days so as to help maintain and improve the ethos and performance of the whole school for the benefit of its students.

n.    Adhere to policies as set out in the school’s policies and procedures

o.    Contribute to the positive promotion and marketing of the school in the local and wider community.

p.    Undertake any reasonable duties as directed by the Headteacher or members of the Senior Leadership Team.

French Teacher

a.    Teach French to students aged 11-16 including GCSE with A level dependent on sixth form options (ability to teach a second language, particularly Spanish would be an advantage, however, is not essential)

b.    Support students through both the curriculum and additional opportunities to achieve their best possible grade for French, making excellent progress beyond expectations.

c.     Have the highest aspirations and expectations regarding ‘Learnability’ and the quality of students’ MFL work.

d.    Contribute to the ongoing development of the MFL curriculum.

Review and Amendment

This job description should be seen as enabling rather than restrictive and will be subject to regular review.