Overview
The Governors wish to appoint a dynamic, inspirational, talented and enthusiastic Curriculum Leader of Languages who will support the continued development of our Languages Department. We are looking for a passionate and motivated teacher who believes that all pupils can achieve their full potential and will challenge them to unlock that potential and develop the tools they need to explore beyond what they consider to be possible. An inspirational and innovative classroom teacher and leader, who is passionate about Languages and keen to improve standards for all pupils. The successful applicant will have the ability to teach outstanding lessons across the age range and be committed to raising standards of attainment and developing the success of the department. They will set high expectations for themselves, their department and the pupils.
Responsibilities
* Curriculum leadership: lead and manage the Languages curriculum area, contribute to whole-school policy development and drive high standards of achievement within the department.
* Teaching and learning: deliver outstanding lessons across the age range and contribute to raising attainment and developing pupil success.
* Departmental leadership: promote initiatives within their area of responsibility, manage day-to-day order and discipline within the department and around the school, and maintain an encouraging learning environment.
* Collaboration: work with other staff to support school management initiatives and professional development.
* Behaviour and welfare: contribute to a well-ordered, aesthetic and safe learning environment with high standards of behaviour and courtesy.
What the school offers
We are a friendly and caring community placing the academic progress and welfare of our students at the heart of everything we do. Professional development is key to our ongoing success and so offer a variety of opportunities for professional development.
Safeguarding and recruitment
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 convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
How to apply
Closing date: Thursday 19th March 2026, 12pm. Further details and a recruitment pack are available from the school website: www.st-thomasmore.cheshire.sch.uk or by emailing: recruitment@st-thomasmore.cheshire.sch.uk
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