Teacher of German (Full Time, Permanent)

Girl's Schools Association; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in South West London seeks an enthusiastic and well-qualified Teacher of German. The role involves teaching all age groups and requires fluency in both German and English. Candidates should be committed to safeguarding and professional development.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified teacher with excellent knowledge and skills in German.
• Experience of working with young people in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach German to all age groups (KS3-KS5).
• Involve in the wider life of the school.

Skills

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Communication Skills

Job description

Teacher of German (Full Time, Permanent)

South West London

Francis Holland, Sloane Square

Full-time

Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and well-qualified teacher of German to teach all age groups (KS3-KS5).

Detail

Role Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and well-qualified teacher of German to teach all age groups (KS3-KS5). This post would suit a well-qualified teacher with excellent knowledge and skills in German. We will consider applications from both new and experienced teachers. Ability to teach German, including native speakers and literature, up to Oxbridge entrance level is essential.

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes a keen interest in the welfare of the pupils and shows a clear commitment to safeguarding children
• Is fluent in German (to native level) and English, with excellent communication skills in both languages
• Has a commitment to professional development and is fully informed of current educational initiatives relating to MFL
• Has experience of working with young people in an educational or similar setting
• Has an interest in the target language and culture, with the ability to share this enthusiasm with students
• Has a positive and flexible approach to work, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Has a desire to be involved in the wider life of the school

MFL Department Information

The Department of Modern Foreign Languages is a leading department at Francis Holland School. It is the largest department in the school, consisting of nine teachers and three language assistants as well as a visiting teacher in Italian. Being located in an area of central London close to embassies, the French Lycée and other cultural centres, as well as to the City, we benefit from a cosmopolitan intake, attracting many girls from a bilingual or multilingual background who are always very open to discovering new cultures and to learning new languages.

All girls learn French from Years 7 to 9, with many of them opting to take it to IGCSE. In Year 8 a second language is introduced, with pupils choosing either Spanish or German. All girls need to select at least one of their languages at IGCSE, but many will study two. MFL is a popular subject at the school and many girls benefit from the bilingual curriculum and clubs that take place for native speakers of French, German and Spanish.

Results at IGCSE level are always amongst the very best in school, and we pride ourselves on opposing the national trend of declining numbers at A-level. At Francis Holland School, A-level subject choices for all languages is strong. All MFL department members contribute to the enrichment activities, and we encourage all staff to take an active role in the trips abroad. The department has a long-standing tradition of excellence and commitment from its staff and a positive, collaborative approach to both the curriculum and co-curricular activities is vital.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application via My New Term. The closing date for applications is 8:00am on Monday 2nd June. First stage interviews will be online via Teams on w/c 2nd June. Final stage will take place in person on w/c 9th June. The school will be reviewing applications as they come in and reserves the right to appoint at any stage.