Salary: £34,727-£50,093 full-time equivalent, dependent on experience. Permanent, either full time or part time. 0.7FTE - 1FTE (please state in your application the hours you are applying for). The Grammar School at Leeds is seeking a talented and inspirational Teacher of German to join this successful department from January 2026 on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will have strong classroom management skills and will be able to teach German at all levels. The ability to teach a second language at KS3 would be desirable.
Overview
Our vibrant and dynamic languages faculty is made up of the French, German, Spanish and Classics departments and has an impressive record at GCSE, A level and entry into highly competitive universities, with a number of students each year proceeding to language degrees. The role is within a busy, reflective and collaborative department where staff participate in a wide range of co-curricular activities. All colleagues are encouraged to participate in the school community and support the House system.
Responsibilities
* Teach German to all key stages levels as required by the role; support a second language at KS3 where possible or desirable.
* Join a reflective and collaborative department and contribute to its super-curricular programme including trips and visits.
* Participate in the wide range of co-curricular activities and support the House system.
About GSAL
The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) was awarded North Independent School of the Year 2024 and Independent School of the Decade in 2021. The school provides a high-quality independent education for 2,100 boys and girls aged 3–18 and prides itself on pupils’ wellbeing and high academic achievement. GSAL operates a diamond model of teaching and offers a broad curriculum with strong A-level and GCSE results. Class sizes are typically 16–24. The school provides extensive facilities and opportunities across sport, music, drama, outdoor learning, trips, and extracurricular activities.
Benefits
* Enhanced school holidays (approximately 16 weeks)
* Significant discount on school fees
* 50% cost childcare provided for colleague's children during school INSET days (from age 3 up to age 11)
* Defined contribution pension scheme through Aviva with 0% employee contribution and 21% employer contribution plus 4x basic salary life insurance
* Training and CPD available including five inset days per academic year
* Colleague lunches: three courses for £2.40 during school lunchtimes plus free tea, coffee and hot chocolate
* Access to 24/7 online GP appointments through Health Hero
* Employee Assistance Programme with Vivup for wellbeing support
* Discounts through multiple providers, including Vivup
* Lunch-time walking routes around a 120-acre site
* Onsite gym and swimming pool access with classes
* Salary sacrifice schemes for cycle to work
* Free on-site car parking
* Use of the school's library facilities
* Generous leave of absence scheme for staff wellbeing
* Opportunities to be involved in extracurricular activities and community events
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