TEACHER OF MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES (MFL)

Location

THE HOLLINS
Hollins Lane , Accrington , Lancashire , BB5 2QY
Tel: 01254 233500
School website: thehollins.com/
Roll: 795

Information

The Hollins, part of the LET Education Trust is seeking to appoint a talented, highly motivated and outstanding teacher to join our MFL department. The successful candidate should be experienced, well qualified, with the vision and energy to inspire and motivate young people. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful team of professionals.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

The closing date is 12 noon 31/01/2025

Essential Qualifications

Qualified teacher status

Good honours degree or equivalent

A track record of successful teaching with evidence of enhancing pupil achievement

Good ICT skills.

An ability to be part of a team.

Desirable Qualifications

An understanding of current educational initiatives, including national priorities and legislation.

Essential Experience

Evidence of good classroom practice.

Good understanding of effective and engaging teaching methods.

The ability to engage, enthuse and motivate pupils.

Experience of teaching KS3 and KS4.

A good knowledge and understanding of current curricular developments in MFL (including GCSE and NC requirements).

The ability to plan lessons and sequences of lessons with clear objectives to ensure progression for all pupils

Desirable Experience

Willingness to teach another subject (if required).

Evidence of improved pupil outcomes.

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Should you wish to speak to the Headteacher (on an informal basis), please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Young, PA to the Headteacher (youngc@thehollins.com).

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Please contact Mrs Young, PA to the Headteacher (youngc@thehollins.com), for a copy of the application form. Please return your letter of application and completed application form to Mrs Young, PA to the Headteacher (youngc@thehollins.com).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.