Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Head of Modern Foreign LanguagesTPS (Outer London) + TLR £7,843 per annumRequired: January 2025We are seeking to appoint a highly effective, dynamic, forwarding thinking Head of Modern Languages to lead and promote the Modern Languages Department. The appointed applicant will help drive Modern Languages on to greater success. Applicants must be able to teach French and/or Spanish. You will be committed to achieving high standards of teaching and learning through the delivery of motivating and well-planned lessons. You will be a reflective practitioner who is creative, research-engaged and unwavering in having high expectations of all pupils. We are very keen on trips abroad and offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities to enrich the educational experience of our pupils.The successful applicant will:Be an outstanding classroom practitioner; committed to achieving and sustaining high standards of Learning and Teaching.Have a rigorous and inventive approach to the delivery of Modern Languages across both KS3 and KS4Be enthusiastic about the subject, with the ability to inspire, develop and encourage independence and resilience in our pupils.Set high standards within and beyond the department.Be fully responsible for the day to day running of the department and strategic long term planning.Be highly motivated and self-driven with the ability to work well with other, high achieving professionals.We can offer you:A happy, welcoming environment where children enjoy coming to school to learnFriendly, supportive and enthusiastic staffExcellent opportunities to further develop your skillsA full and comprehensive induction programme is followed for all new staff, including those new to the profession.Emerson Park is a successful and oversubscribed 11-16 Secondary School in the London Borough of Havering. We are set in pleasant surroundings on the edge of the green belt with close proximity to both countryside and central London. We are fortunate to benefit from talented and hardworking staff, supportive parents and committed Governors and enthusiastic pupils. The academy has a traditional ethos and enjoys a good reputation in the area.Applications can be submitted online by visiting www.haveringschools.jobs and locating this vacancy. If you wish to discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school please contact the Head’s PA, Mrs Beney on 01708 475285 ext 222. Closing date for applications: 14th October 2024.SafeguardingHavering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.Equal OpportunitiesHavering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation, and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.How to applyTo apply, please visit https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com and submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Online' link below. #J-18808-Ljbffr