Teacher of French

Teacher of French (with the possibility of a TLR/HoD role)

Initially 1 year but with the potential for a permanent role in the future

FTE

Required from September 2024

The Department

Students at Alcester Grammar School study two languages in Years 7 & 8, then most specialise in a single language from Year 9 upwards.

Year 7 receive four hours of each language per fortnight, in Year 8 this is 3 hours per fortnight.

In Year 9, students specialise in their chosen language and receive four hours of lessons per fortnight per language.

There is no such thing as a 'first Modern Language' at Alcester Grammar School due to the equal time allocation for each language in Key Stage Three.

Almost all students study one languages to GCSE level, with a handful choosing to study both languages. All languages deliver the AQA GCSE course.

In the Modern Languages department, we make use of the core course books (Studio, Stimmt, Viva and Claro 2 in Key Stage Three and AQA GCSE 9-1 Kerboodle in Key Stage Four) and accompanying online resources. In addition we use a number of other materials including various internet resources, subscriptions to useful websites, apps, authentic extension and support material, vocabulary guides and resources developed within the department.

In the sixth form, students may choose French, or Spanish. These are popular subject choices both with students who come from our own Year 11 and with the many students who join Year 12 from other schools. Several students in the sixth form are dual linguists. We have a very good record of success at A level and a number of our students each year go on to pursue language related courses at university. Our sixth form students regularly support several of our younger classes in the department. In the sixth form, we use the AQA A Level courses for French and Spanish, supported by the Kerboodle online material which students can access at home. In addition, we encourage self-study through a personal reading log and a wealth of further resources. We have established schemes of work and assessment across all year groups and operate very well as a team, where staff are encouraged to innovate in an atmosphere of mutual support.

We currently operate regular visits to Europe as part of the Year 8 enrichment week. For those taking French or Spanish at A Level, there is the opportunity to take part in work experience programmes to France and Spain. We are constantly seeking new ways to promote Modern Languages. We have our "Language Leaders" programme in school and a sixth form "Lang Soc." We regularly host and train ITT students and participate in events and competitions led by universities.

Above all, we are looking for a language teacher who has a genuine passion for their subject, for engaging our students in learning and inspiring them to achieve their potential. A HoD role is potentially available for the right candidate although applications from ECTs are equally welcome

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to fulfil the following criteria:

Qualifications :

Closing Date: Tuesday 28th May, 2024

Interview Date: Wednesday 29th May 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable application for the role.

Therefore if you are interested, please submit your application early and contact us for more information.