French Teacher
<p>Are you looking for a role where your creativity in the classroom is truly celebrated?</p> <p>Do you want to work in an environment that is rapidly improving and high-achieving?</p> <p>Are you ready to hit the ground running in a full-time role that starts immediately?</p> <strong>About the Role</strong> <p>This is a full-time, long-term position for a dedicated Teacher of French to join a high-performing faculty. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to contribute to Post-16 education. This role is not just about vocabulary and grammar; it is about fostering a leadership mindset, encouraging students to become confident, articulate, and culturally aware citizens.</p> <strong>About the School</strong> <p>The school is a state-of-the-art secondary academy for 11 to 18-year-olds located in the heart of Bradford. As part of a prestigious national Multi-Academy Trust, the school carries a unique specialism in Leadership. Recently graded as 'Good' in all areas by Ofsted, the academy is known for its Pledge of Excellence and its focus on three key points: educational excellence, character development, and service to communities.</p> <p><strong>Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.</li><li>An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).</li><li>Excellent command of both written and spoken French (near-native proficiency).</li><li>Eligibility to work in the UK.</li></ul> <strong>Skills</strong> <ul> <li><strong>Differentiated Instruction:</strong> Ability to scaffold learning for lower-ability students while challenging high-achievers.</li><li><strong>Classroom Management:</strong> Techniques to maintain a purposeful, professional, and positive learning atmosphere.</li><li><strong>Digital Literacy:</strong> Proficiency in using interactive technologies and language software to enhance learning.</li><li><strong>Dialogical Feedback:</strong> Skill in providing meaningful, actionable feedback that drives student progress.</li><li><strong>Curriculum Design:</strong> Creativity in adapting schemes of work to make French relevant to students' lives.</li><li><strong>Team Collaboration:</strong> A natural ability to work within a faculty to share best practices and resources.</li></ul> <strong>Responsibilities</strong> <ul> <li><strong>Lesson Delivery:</strong> Plan and deliver well-structured, inspiring French lessons that meet the needs of all learners.</li><li><strong>Assessment:</strong> Regularly assess student work and maintain accurate records of progress and achievement.</li><li><strong>Leadership Integration:</strong> Incorporate the school's leadership specialism into the MFL curriculum.</li><li><strong>Environment:</strong> Create a stimulating and organised classroom environment that celebrates student success.</li><li><strong>Reporting:</strong> Provide high-quality reports and feedback to parents, students, and senior leadership.</li><li><strong>Extracurricular Support:</strong> Contribute to the wider school life, including language clubs or cultural trips.</li><li><strong>Professional Development:</strong> Participate in the "Star Talent Academy" hub and attend regular INSET sessions.</li><li><strong>Behaviour Management:</strong> Uphold the school's behaviour policy with a positive and proactive approach.</li><li><strong>Pastoral Care:</strong> Act as a form tutor, supporting the social and emotional well-being of a group of students.</li><li><strong>Departmental Contribution:</strong> Attend faculty meetings and contribute to the development of MFL resources.</li></ul> <p><strong>What We Offer:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A supportive, collaborative working environment.</li><li>Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.</li><li>The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>A <strong>Refer a Friend</strong> scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).</li></ul> <p><strong>Could this be the ideal role for you?</strong><strong><br /></strong>Click <strong>"Apply Now"</strong> to submit your application for the role of a French Teacher. For more information, please contact or call to speak to the secondary team.</p>