Teacher of French - Ref: TV31819

Blue Coat Church of England Academy

Teacher of French (MPS/UPR)

We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, inspiring and enthusiastic professional to join our existing team of teachers delivering French at an exciting time in the school’s history.   The successful candidate will be committed to the development of innovative and engaging teaching and learning which will instil a passion for learning and result in the achievement of excellent outcomes. The school has been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, most recently in January 2018:

“The leadership team has maintained the good quality of education in the school since the last inspection. You have created an inclusive and purposeful environment. Blue Coat is a ‘welcoming school’. Pupils enjoy school. Staff are proud of the school. They believe that there is a culture that encourages calm and orderly conduct and is aspirational for all pupils.”

Blue Coat Church of England Academy is one of the oldest educational establishments in Walsall, is well-respected and valued by the community it serves.  We operate on a very collaborative approach to school improvement working with a range of other schools and nationally recognised trainers.  The school is very proud of the family ethos which pervades all aspects of its work, which is grounded in Christian values.  We offer an extensive and innovative staff development programme, including an excellent support programme for newly and recently qualified teachers.

In order to be considered for interview, you must fully complete the application form and demonstrate your ability to meet the requirements outlined in the job description.  The application form must be completed in full and C.V.s cannot be accepted.

Closing date: Friday 18^th October 2019 (Noon)

Interviews will take place on 23^rd October 2019

Applications to be returned to Lucy Lakin, Principal’s P.A. (st-lakin-l@bluecoatacademy.org)

Blue Coat Church of England Academy is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.  All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.  This post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and a ‘prohibition from teaching’ check will be completed for all applicants.  We are committed to the active promotion of equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds.