Job Advert We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative MFL teacher to join our team as head of department. This post is suitable for an experienced teacher ready to lead this subject area, strategically leading the team to deliver high quality lessons that inspire and engage young people in being the best versions of themselves. Applicants will be passionate about the teaching and learning of languages with the vision, commitment and determination to raise standards across all abilities. Bridgemary’ s expectation is that all our teaching staff are able to ensure that students within their subject area are appropriately challenged, supported and achieve their expected levels of progress or better. This is an exciting time to join Bridgemary School. Bridgemary is a TKAT academy trust school. Our pupil numbers are increasing and our results are on the rise. TKAT is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South of England with over 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. For further information about TKAT please visit www.tkat.org The successful candidate will be: •An outstanding Teacher of Languages looking to develop their career in a teaching and learning role •Able to encourage and enthuse students to achieve their full potential •Inspirational to colleagues and students – sharing best practice Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as a valued staff member we can offer you: •Excellent ongoing CPD, training programmes, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust •Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team •A comprehensive induction programme •Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance •The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change •Cycle to work scheme •Free eye tests •Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help About TKAT The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family. We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. Safeguarding TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Flexible working TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance. Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward. Access to interview Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace. To discover what makes Bridgemary School so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the Recruitment team on 01329 319966 or email recruitment@bridgemary-tkat.org. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .