Mfl teacher - united kingdom, maidenhead, berkshire

our client, an independent school based in maidenhead, is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate eyfs to key stage 2 mfl teacher to join their highly committed and professional team

mfl teacher (eyfs to ks2)

maidenhead, sl6 6aw

part time, permanent

competitive independent salary scale

to start january 2023

please note: applicants must be authorised to work in the uk

about the role:

the core purpose of the role is to instil a love of learning languages in all your pupils.

the post would suit an experienced practitioner or an outstanding newly qualified teacher, who is committed to raising standards at all levels; delivering excellent lessons and enthusing pupils through their passion for teaching.

this role is required at the client’s junior girls’ and boys’ school from january 2023. the role is part time, working approximately 70% of a full time role.

to be successful in this role, you must be:

suitably qualified with qts in the appropriate age range and experience teaching eyfs through to ks2 (or relevant qualifications / experience at secondary level) with potentially the flexibility to work in the nursery on occasion.
passionate in using your knowledge of current theory and practice in teaching and learning to provide highly effective curriculum delivery, in a stimulating and enjoyable way.
capable of teaching a range of languages (a discovery programme of many languages is the school’s preference)
ready to utilise the benefits of an independent curriculum that is innovative and flexible in terms of delivery and content.
an enthusiastic team player, willing to participate fully in the school’s extra-curricular programme and wider school life.
engaged with the school's ethos, thinking creatively and reflectively within an open, honest and hardworking team.

above all, you must want the very best for pupils and be prepared to put their needs first.

you recognise the importance of educating the whole child within a broad curricular and co-curricular programme, and of achieving high standards.

in return, the school offers a positive working environment, with supportive colleagues and regular opportunities for professional development. in addition, they pay attention to the way that the timetables are structured to balance learning and recovery.

how to apply for the role:

if you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

you must be authorised to work in the uk. no agencies please.

safeguarding statement

the client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the disclosure and barring service.

in addition to an assessment of their ability to perform the duties of the post applied for, candidates invited to attend for interview should expect further discussion relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

pre-employment checks

in accordance with the school’s recruitment of ex-offenders policy, you are advised that all posts within the school will have the opportunity for unsupervised contact with children and therefore all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration form to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not “protected” as defined by the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974 (exceptions) order 1975 (as amended in 2013). this is regardless of whether any such convictions, caution, reprimand or final warning is considered ‘spent’ or ‘unspent’.

the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are “protected” and not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the disclosure and barring service website. having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with the client: this will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offence(s).

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applications must be received by 8am on monday 7 november 2022. please apply early as applications will be considered upon receipt; the school reserves the right to interview/appoint prior to the closing date

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