Teacher of German and/or French

About Aldridge School

Our school is proud of its traditions and successes, achieved through hard work and high expectations. We offer a broad curriculum designed to meet national standards and support students in achieving excellent results.

Role Overview:

The teacher will work collaboratively within the MFL team and the broader Business Communication Faculty to support student achievement and foster a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish a safe and stimulating environment rooted in mutual respect.
• Set goals that challenge students of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Demonstrate positive attitudes, values, and behavior.

• Be accountable for students' attainment, progress, and outcomes.
• Plan teaching to build on students' prior knowledge.
• Encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning.

• Maintain a secure knowledge of the French curriculum.
• Foster and maintain students' interest in the subject.
• Promote high standards of literacy and articulacy.

• Use lesson time effectively to impart knowledge and develop understanding.
• Promote a love of learning and intellectual curiosity.
• Reflect on the effectiveness of lessons and teaching approaches.

• Differentiate teaching approaches to meet the needs of all students.
• Understand the physical, social, and intellectual development of children.
• Support students with special educational needs and disabilities.

• Use formative and summative assessments to secure students' progress.
• Monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons.
• Provide regular feedback to students.

• Establish clear rules and routines for behaviour.
• Promote good and courteous behaviour in accordance with the school's policy.
• Maintain good relationships with students and act decisively when necessary.

• Contribute to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding students' achievements and well-being.

Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk.