Teacher of MFL

Sir John Talbot's School, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 2BY

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2025

• Closing date

  30 June 2025 at 8:15pm

• Date listed

  20 June 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £31,650 - £49,084

Teacher of MFL job summary

Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

 

Can you connect learning in MFL to the real world in real-time and inspire a love of languages in the next generation?

 

Do you wish to join a department where learning provides opportunities to explore, experiment and reflect?

 

If you are a talented and inspiring teacher with excellent subject knowledge and the desire and commitment to raise the achievement of pupils at all levels, come and join our successful MFL team.

MPR/ UPR

Permanent

0.6 FTE

Required for 1^st September 2025

 

To be successful you will need to:

·        Have skills in communication, collaboration, listening, adaptability, empathy, and patience.

·        Be qualified to teach Spanish up to KS5 and French at KS3 and/ or KS4

·        Possess outstanding teaching ability

·        Think creatively to anticipate and solve problems

·        Embody the values of ‘Achievement through Caring’

·        Contribute fully to school life

·        Have high expectations of yourself and be a role model to others

·        Be determined to play a pivotal part in the MFL Department, working closely with the Head of MFL to achieve this

 

Why this Teacher of MFL role above others?

 

Our MFL team works collaboratively to enhance MFL teaching - raising levels of achievement and increasing appreciation that language learning opens opportunities for our young people in the contemporary world looking for creative individuals.

 

The department thrives on delivering a knowledge rich curriculum in well-resourced classrooms.

The successful applicant will be part of a team that has a variety of specialised teachers, all offering support and guidance to each other, which creates a positive and hardworking ethos. They go above and beyond to ensure all students achieve.

Sir John Talbot’s School is at the centre of the community of Whitchurch, with excellent links to sports, business, and partner primary schools. We are committed to equipping all pupils with the skills and experiences that will prepare them for life. As part of The Marches Academy Trust, we have access to a network of support and challenge, ensuring we are operating at the forefront of educational thinking. The school sits in mature grounds with historic roots, providing an attractive setting in which pupils can thrive. Facilities are extensive including the community Leisure Centre, well-resourced faculty areas and Sixth Form.

As part of the Marches Academy Trust teachers have opportunities to engage with staff across the Trust to support and collaborate with peers and colleagues in sharing the expertise across our family of schools

We offer:

·        A full extra-curricular programme with opportunities for enrichment activities for all

·        Excellent professional learning and support, with opportunity for continued personal development

·        Career development opportunities including funded NPQs

·        Excellent staff facilities – workroom, kitchenette, and social space.

·        Staff benefits including Our wellbeing offer, teacher and local government pension schemes, use of laptop and free membership of our onsite fitness suite

·        An enthusiastic and supportive team of staff, parents, and governors

 

If you are interested in this post and would like the opportunity to visit the school, or if you have any queries, please email Mrs Gail Winstone, Headteacher’s PA: Gail.Winstone@sjt.mmat.co.uk.

For further information or to apply for the post please visit our online recruitment site via the school’s website www.sirjohntalbots.co.uk (Please note we do not accept CVs).

Closing date for applications is Monday, 30^th June 2025 or sooner. (Applications will be screened upon receipt, to avoid disappointment, please apply at your earliest).   

 

Interviews will be held Wednesday, 2^nd July 2025   

The Marches Academy Trust values each person equally. We are committed to building a diverse team and embedding a welcoming, inclusive culture that encourages diversity and authenticity. We believe this will encourage creative ways of thinking – ensuring we collaborate more effectively and achieve better outcomes. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates who share this commitment.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs are not accepted.

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About Sir John Talbot's School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 850 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Sir John Talbot's School website
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