About This Role
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Spanish to join our Academy. You will help the curriculum lead raise the profile of modern languages throughout the academy. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the improvement of the academy and be central in our drive to continue to improve standards and the quality of education and welfare for our students.
The role is based on working up to 32.5 hours per week (the role may be offered on a Full or Part Time basis), school term time (39 working weeks per year). This role is a maternity cover position, offered on a fixed-term contract for the duration of the maternity leave (up to 12 months). As an MFL Teacher in Halton you may also be able to claim back your student loan repayments! Full detail is here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/teachers-claim-back-your-student-loan-repayments
A passion for your subject as well as a desire to make a difference are essential. The current Modern Foreign Language curriculum consists of teaching Spanish to both Key Stage 3 and 4. The Spanish curriculum follows the Extensive Processing Instruction methodology devised by G. Conti, and we are seeking to develop this approach further to secure the highest outcomes for our students.
About the Academy
Based in Runcorn, Cheshire – Sandymoor Ormiston Academy is a 11‑16 secondary comprehensive academy in the heart of the community.
Who we are looking for
* Is a qualified linguist in Spanish and holds QTS
* Has a passion for their subject and a special gift of communicating that passion.
* Enjoys working with children and will go the extra mile.
* Has resilience and a determination to do the very best for our students and whose values match that of Sandymoor Ormiston Academy.
* Has the ability to teach outstanding lessons across the age and ability range.
* Has the highest expectations for the attainment of all young people.
* Enjoys working as part of a team.
* Is driven to relentlessly remove barriers to students’ success.
Additional information
Our curriculum is organised to allow a course of study that is broad, rich and flexible in supporting students. In addition we offer our students a broad enrichment program which all staff are encouraged to participate in.
Sandymoor Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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