Description
The job itself
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of MFL (Spanish with French) to join our small, successful department at a welcoming and inclusive rural secondary school.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate linguist to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering a love of languages and cultural understanding. The ability to teach Spanish to GCSE level is essential, with French to at least Key Stage 3 desirable.
Our school is proud of its strong community ethos, where every student is known and supported to achieve their full potential. We are a small, inclusive school with a positive learning environment and excellent relationships between staff and students. Our most recent inspection judged the school to be good in all areas, reflecting our high standards and commitment to continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will:
1. Be an effective and engaging classroom practitioner
2. Have strong subject knowledge in Spanish and French
3. Be committed to inclusive teaching and high expectations for all learners
4. Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive department
In return, we offer:
5. A friendly and supportive staff team
6. Motivated and respectful students
7. Opportunities for professional development and career progression
8. A pleasant rural working environment
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers.
Graded as Ofsted “Good” The Market Weighton School is on the edge of the town, but for many it is in the heart of the community. It is a caring school that has values of ‘respect, honesty, compassion, resilience, industry and courage’. Our inspired pupils are happy to demonstrate these qualities because they understand their importance. We are a small school, proud of our traditional rural heritage, yet ambitious for the future of all our students. Our size is a real strength as it enables students and their families to work closely with the teaching and support staff at the school, building positive working relationships. We believe that students achieve best in a supportive and positive environment – and that is what you will find in our school.
TMWS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Candidates are welcome to visit the school prior to formal application.