Thank you for your interest in the role of Teacher of French (maternity cover) at Holmleigh Park High School.
We are looking for a Teacher of French. This is an exciting opportunity to join Holmleigh Park High School and become an integral member of the MFL team.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching French up to Key Stage 5
Playing a central role in the MFL department, contributing to department meetings, revision sessions and extra-curricular activities
Working collaboratively with colleagues in the MFL Department and across the Greenshaw Learning Trust to plan lessons which ensure outstanding progress for all students
Adhering to the school’s principles of teaching, learning and assessment
Fully engaging in the Developmental Drop In (DDI) process by being receptive to both giving and receiving feedback, and working with colleagues from across the trust
Undertaking the role of form tutor by leading a group in our Tutor Time Reading Programme
Setting the highest standards and behavioural expectations in lessons and around the school
Committing to and supporting the school’s policy and practice in relation to safeguarding and child protection
Undertaking such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably requested by the Subject Leader of MFL or the Senior Leadership Team, in accordance with the relevant Pay and Conditions document.
You will need:
Educated at degree level, with evidence of continuing professional development.
Qualified teacher status.
Further relevant professional studies.
Demonstrable successful career experience, relevant to the role.
Experience of designing, tracking, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on systems capable of bringing outstanding student outcomes.
What’s in it for you:
Professional development and career progression
Generous pension scheme
An Employee Assistance Programme
Gym Discounts
Free eye tests
Cycle to work scheme
Green car scheme
Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 6th May 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Holmleigh Park is an ambitious academy located in Tuffley, Gloucester. We believe that all children have limitless potential, and are proud to offer a comprehensive education to all students in our local community. We expect all staff, students and parents to embrace our three principles - Work Hard, Be Kind, Take Responsibility - so that our students leave school as ambitious, confident and successful young adults with the highest standards of integrity.
Holmleigh Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in line with the DfE guidelines “Safeguarding Children: Safer Recruitment and Selection in Education Settings”.
The school will adhere to the following guidelines:
1. All new staff will be subject to a criminal background check through the Disclosure & Barring Service. This will be an enhanced check for those whose duties include caring for, training or supervising children.
2. All posts at Holmleigh Park High School require an acceptance of the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
3. The selection procedure for all posts will include a consideration of the applicant’s suitability to work with children as well as the post.
4. All applicants must submit a signed application form. This is taken as verification that all statements are true and that the applicant is not in any way disqualified from working with children eg on List 99.
5. Posts at Holmleigh Park High School are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act of 1974, and if necessary a declaration must be made on the application form.
6. The school will seek references on all short listed candidates prior to interview, and may approach previous employers for information to verify experience or qualifications prior to interviews.
7. Referees should be someone who has had a working or professional relationship with the candidate, and should not be a friend or relative.
8. Referees will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children including any in which the penalty is time expired, and whether the applicant has been the subject of any child protection concerns and the outcome of that procedure.