Head of Modern Foreign Languages
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 7HGThis job expired on 6 October 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
January 2025
Closing date
6 October 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
20 September 2024
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual) MPS1-UPS3 - £30,000-£46,525 (DOE) and TLR 1B (£11,411)
Head of Modern Foreign Languages job summary
Head of Modern Foreign Languages
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy
Actual Salary: MPS1-UPS3 - £30,000-£46,525 (DOE) and TLR 1B (£11,411)
Contract: Permanent & Full time
Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 6th October 2024
Interview Date: TBC
Anticipated Start Date: January 2025
Job Overview
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Head of Modern
Foreign Languages (French, Spanish and German) to Lead the Modern Foreign Languages Department in our effective, committed, and supportive school from January 2025.
The right candidate will:
- Be an effective and innovative Modern Foreign Languages teacher with a passion for learning.
- Be an enthusiastic professional committed to providing our students with an outstanding education.
- Be passionate about teaching and learning, who will bring energy, enthusiasm and new ideas to the school.
- Have ambition and desire to play a significant role in the further development of the Modern Foreign Languages Department.
- Inspire students to understand what excellence means for them on a personal level and support them to achieve that personal excellence in whatever form it takes.
Why choose us?
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy is part of the Ascend Learning Trust and shares a vision based on mutual respect, support, and encouragement to bring out the best in people. At RWBA we recognise that the quality of learning, teaching and behaviour are inseparable issues and that the vast majority of our pupils act in a sensible and appropriate manner and have a keen desire to learn.
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy is committed to developing ‘A growth mindset’ and we would welcome an application from fellow professionals who share that mind-set.
Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.
Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future.
If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision.
Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable.
Together we Belong, Believe, Become.
We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits including:
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores
- Free flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Provider
- Excellent Pension Schemes
- Generous annual leave including Wellbeing Days
Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.
At Ascend Learning Trust, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation, foster creativity, and create a workplace that truly reflects the richness of the world around us. We are excited to welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our dynamic team.
Reasonable adjustments are modifications or accommodations made to ensure that individuals with disabilities or specific needs can perform their job duties effectively. We embrace the idea that everyone should have equal opportunities to succeed, and our aim is to make this a reality. If you need any assistance completing your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or alternatively you can email recruitment@ascendlearning.org.uk
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
Please note: Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.
In line with KCSIE 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.
References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.
Commitment to safeguarding
Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences. References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.
About Royal Wootton Bassett Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1727 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Royal Wootton Bassett Academy website (opens in new tab)
School location
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