Teacher of MFL (Spanish and French)

This is a full-time position, however part-time applications will be considered. 

We are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher of MFL to join our successful MFL department. This post could suit an ECT as well as a more experienced candidate. 

The department is comprised of three full-time members of staff and one part-time. Currently there are four GCSE classes, two for French and two for Spanish and one A-Level class for Spanish. It is an exciting time to join our department as we have made recent changes to our curriculum at KS3 to improve engagement and take-up at KS4. In September 2022, we introduced two languages in Year 7 allowing all of Year 7 to study both French and Spanish before deciding which language to continue with in Year 8. In addition, we are looking at ways to engage students outside of the classroom with trips and visits already planned for this year, with more in the pipeline. 

The Department benefits from a weekly timetabled collaborative planning period, giving staff time to reflect on subject pedagogy and continuously strive to improve. 

The successful candidate will be able to communicate their passion for Languages to students of all abilities. You should be able to teach Spanish to GCSE and French to at KS3/4. You will have belief that every student can succeed in your classroom. 

The person appointed will be well supported through our teaching and learning coach, a well-established professional studies programme and through a comprehensive induction process. The school offers bespoke CPD opportunities ranging from National Professional Qualifications support to supporting MA programmes. 

Our recent OFSTED inspection in February 2019 made the following comments about teaching and relationships at school: 

• Teachers are wholehearted in their desire for pupils to achieve well. Relationships between teachers and pupils are constructive and are built on trust and mutual respect. This enables pupils to have the confidence to ask for help and support when they are stuck or unsure. 
• Pupils conduct themselves in an orderly manner. They are welcoming, self-assured and act in a polite and respectful way. Lunchtimes are calm, with groups of pupils engaged in friendly conversation. 
• The majority of pupils display a positive attitude towards their learning. They are keen to succeed and value the efforts made by their teachers in supporting them in lessons 

Our school vision is to ensure every student realises their potential, through every member of our community having high aspirations for success, both within and beyond the classroom. You will be joining a highly skilled staff, who are supportive, show determination and resolve. 

Why should you work at The Beaconsfield School? 

• Highly supportive staff body, including a staff committee responsible for representing staff wellbeing.
• Bespoke professional opportunities including support to undertake Masters and NPQ programmes. 
• Significant investment in a newly refurbished staff room and staff workroom. 
• Dedicated time within the school day for co-planning. 
• Free tea and coffee for all staff, we believe in providing the best possible working environment for staff and small gestures make a big difference.

The Beaconsfield School has good road links to London, Reading, Maidenhead and Oxford – situated just five minutes from the M40 and a 10-minute walk from Beaconsfield Train Station. 

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please do not hesitate to contact us, via the Headteacher’s PA sharwood@beaconsfield.school and ask to speak to Caroline Legg, Headteacher. 

For further information about the school please visit our website www.beaconsfield.bucks.sch.uk 

Application forms can be found here: The Beaconsfield School - Staff Vacancies 

Completed application forms should be sent FAO: HR Manager to hr@beaconsfield.school 

Closing date for applications is 9am, Monday 30 January 2023. 

Interviews will be held from Tuesday 1 February 2023. 

We reserve the right to close the application deadline earlier if necessary. Any related and relevant documentation will need to be scanned and emailed to the school prior to interview. 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.