Teacher of MFL (German and French)

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher who is able to share in the teaching of the 11-18 age and ability range with the ability to teach German to A-level and French to GCSE. In this lively department, you could expect to work with colleagues who are both committed and supportive. There are currently 6 teachers of MFL.

In Key Stage 3, students learn either French or German. As a department we feel that our scheme of work at KS3 should embed knowledge and skills in order for our students to become confident and competent linguists.

In Key Stage 4, we follow the AQA courses and aim to enter the majority of students for GCSE French or German. The Modern Foreign Languages department routinely secures a high number of top grade passes both at GCSE and A Level, with over 70% of students achieving GCSE grades 4+ in each of the last 3 years. Post-16 we follow both the AQA French and German course, with the majority of our A Level students continuing to study languages at University.

We also have a thriving MFL enrichment curriculum, encouraging students to take part in the Foreign Language Spelling Bee and Translation Bee. We also encourage students to engage with languages beyond the classroom, including a Language and Culture Club and more recently a virtual Japanese exchange.

The school provides a supportive, professional working environment and is committed to delivering high quality CPD. We pride ourselves on building positive working relationships with parents and are committed to students’ academic and personal development.

This position would be suitable for an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher, for whom there would be ample opportunity to develop professional skills within our highly supportive Induction, CPD and/or ECT programmes.

If teaching in this sort of environment appeals to you, please read the supporting information below and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Safer Recruitment

Belper School and Sixth Form Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves regulated activity, references and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates, successful appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and relevant recruitment checks that comply with guidance in the most recent version of Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services

How to apply

Please read the person specification and application information for the post and if you think that you meet the requirements and the post offers the challenge and opportunity you are seeking, we would be delighted to hear from you. Applications can be made using the “Quick Apply” link on the TES page.

You should detail your experience and reasons for applying by using the following headings in your application.

1. Why do you want to teach at Belper School and Sixth Form Centre?

2. How do you motivate students to enjoy the subject and to raise the profile of languages in your school?

3. How do you ensure all students succeed in a mixed attainment classroom?

4. How do you contribute to the wider curriculum in your current school?

Application Closing Date: Monday 27 March 2023 9am

Interview Date: 30 March 2023