Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages
Plume School, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AB14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
12 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
28 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Languages
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- Main to Upper pay scale £34,069 - £52,835
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject and will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) prior to the commencement of their role.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment. They should be able to plan, deliver and assess high-quality learning experiences for all learners in their care and deploy a range of strategies to support their personal development.
They should have an interest in new teaching and learning developments and possess high degree of integrity. Experienced candidates should be able to demonstrate a highly successful track-record of teaching the subject with strong examination outcomes, particularly at key stage four.
What the school offers its staff
Further information about the job
We are seeking to appoint a full-time Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages for a full-time, fixed term contract of 12 months with effect from January 2027. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a very strong Modern Foreign Languages Faculty in a highly successful 11-18 Academy which holds good Ofsted status. The role will report to the Faculty Leader and the candidate will teach a full timetable within French and Spanish with the candidates being able to teach both to at least Year 9.
The faculty has a strong collaborative ethos, is very supportive and well-planned schemes of learning for all courses are already in place. There is also an excellent academy-wide support and development programme for all new staff available.
There will be the opportunity to teach across the year groups from KS3 to KS5. The core purpose of the role being to provide professional leadership to students in a subject area by offering high quality teaching, resulting in high standards of learning and achievement for all students.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject and will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) prior to the commencement of their role.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment. They should be able to plan, deliver and assess high-quality learning experiences for all learners in their care and deploy a range of strategies to support their personal development.
They should have an interest in new teaching and learning developments and possess high degree of integrity. Experienced candidates should be able to demonstrate a highly successful track-record of teaching the subject with strong examination outcomes, particularly at key stage four.
Responsibilities of the Post-Holder
In accordance with the job description for Classroom Teacher, the key responsibilities will be as follows:
- ensure that lessons are planned in accordance with the schemes of learning for each course
- ensure awareness of the prior learning and special educational needs of their students
- ensure high expectations are set for the achievement and behaviour of students
- ensure that relevant curriculum policies for marking, assessment, target setting, recording and reporting are enacted
- ensure that progression and continuity is achieved across the key stage and between the key stages
Pastoral
At Plume Academy all teaching staff are expected to fulfil both an academic teaching role and a pastoral role by acting as a Tutor to a group of assigned students. This involves staff in all aspects of pastoral work including guidance, safeguarding, monitoring and encouraging progress, contact with parents, writing report sand compiling student references. Tutors also deliver part of Plume Academy’s Personal Development Programme.
Wider Contribution
Teaching staff are encouraged to contribute to the academy’s rich extra-curricular programme, and all candidates will be provided with the opportunity to discuss their personal interests at interview.
As one of the largest educational establishments in Essex, there are many opportunities for career progression. Via an academy-wise coaching programme, staff are encouraged to take responsibility for their own career development, with full support and encouragement from their line managers and other relevant staff, including those responsible for staff training.
Remuneration
Annual salary for a qualified teacher will be in accordance with the Plume Academy Teacher Pay Scale, which from appointment for a fulltime post currently involves a salary Main to Upper pay scale £34,069 - £52,835. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st September each year. Progression through the Teachers’ Pay Scale is subject to an annual performance review process.
Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of Human Resources, at HR@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team. The Director of Human Resources will be pleased to discuss the post and provide further information about the academy.
To apply please complete the Plume Academy application form (https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0171). This must be completed and submitted to HR@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CVs or third party application forms will not be accepted).
Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 12 October 2026, interviews are likely to take place during this week.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointment are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.
Applying for the job
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About Plume School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1789 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Plume School website
- Email address
- HR@plume.essex.sch.uk
The Plume School converted to become an academy school in January 2012.
The last full inspection took place in November 2023 and the school was judged to be good across all areas. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy. Please see the academy website for more information.
The academy is a larger-than-average secondary school with a sixth form.
The vast majority of pupils are White British.
The proportions of pupils who speak English as an additional language or who are from ethnic minorities are both well below the national average.
The proportion of students eligible for the pupil premium is broadly average, as is the proportion of pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities, although for those with an education, health and care plan the proportion is slightly above the national average.
The school meets the government’s current floor standards for pupils’ achievement in English and mathematics at the end of key stage 4.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of references.
Visits to the Academy are welcome.
Arranging a visit to Plume School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HR@plume.essex.sch.uk.
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