Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Start date: 18th April 2017

Sir William Robertson Academy is a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive school situated in delightful rural surroundings on the Lincolnshire/Nottinghamshire border.  Pupils with a positive approach to learning, a committed staff and a supportive body of parents have helped to create a school which was judged by OFSTED (June 2015) to be ‘Good’ in every area of its provision.  Sir William Robertson Academy has been acknowledged as one of the top 100 non selective state-funded schools in England.

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic Head of Modern Foreign Languages.  The successful candidate must be able to teach French and German to GCSE level, with the ability to teach at least one of those languages to A level.  Applicants should be passionate about teaching languages and be able to encourage and engage our students. 

In 2016, 69% achieved A* - C in German and 74% achieved A* - C in French.

We will offer you:

• A competitive salary

• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise our pupils’ achievement even further

• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and are proud of their school

• Health benefits package

• Childcare voucher scheme

• Cycle to Work scheme

• CPD opportunities through two Teaching School Alliances and PiXL

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.  Successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and other rigorous recruitment checks.

Please visit the school website for an application pack www.swracademy.org

Please complete the application form and return with your letter of application to Mrs Samantha Quincey.  Email applications welcome hr@swracademy.org

Closing date: Noon, Friday 3rd February 2017