Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages
What skills and experience we're looking for
Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages
Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Range- 0 FTE Permanent contract
Required to start 1st September 2025
We have a vacancy for a confident, enthusiastic, suitably qualified applicant for the post of teacher of modern foreign languages, to join a large, successful faculty from September 2025
The successful candidate will:
- required to be able to speak at least two languages, from French, Spanish, and German
- be an excellent language teacher across the full age and ability range
- have a passionate commitment to making languages stimulating and relevant for all
- be familiar with Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 National Curriculum and GCSE requirements
- have the ability to teach to Key Stage 4 as a minimum, ideally Key Stage 5
- be a skilled ICT practitioner
- be willing to contribute to the wider life of the School
- have the calibre and ambition to develop his or her career in and beyond this post
We regularly take trips abroad to show students the culture and customs of the language they are learning which we believe helps them develop further. The department consists of nine specialist staff along with excellent administration support.
The post will involve ensuring the quality of the MFL provision in terms of curriculum delivery, assessment and achievement in languages.
What the school offers its staff
King Edward VII School is a thriving, over-subscribed School with a diverse intake. It is a stimulating place in which to work, offering many opportunities to students and staff alike. The School enjoys an excellent reputation and sees the calibre of its staff as a key strength.King Edward VII School has two sites within the S10 area, approximately 1.5 miles apart. At King Edward VII School we offer an excellent benefits package, including a pension, eye test vouchers and a wellbeing package. We also offer a full employee assistance programme (EAP).
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997.All applicants are required to read the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy incorporating Self-Harm and Online Safety.