Head of Modern Foreign Languages

For more than 400 years, we have been committed to our educational philosophy of providing exemplary all-around education through happiness and success, and I am delighted to announce an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Modern Foreign Languages (with French Specialism) - Full Time, here at Notre Dame School.

Our ISI Inspection judged all areas of the school to be "excellent" and pupil behaviour described as "exemplary".

A successful candidate will have:

• Good degree in French

• Qualified Teacher Status

• Experience of teaching Key Stages 3 – 5

• Experience of organizing extra-curricular events

•  Good knowledge of up to date professional developments in Languages and other aspects of education

• Understanding of national examination requirements

• Efficient administrative skills.

• The ability to inspire young people

• A proven ability to lead and manage people to work towards a common goal

• A proven ability to work as a member of a team

• The ability to plan, organize, and budget for events and activities

• The ability to communicate effectively with all members of the school community

• An appreciation of the aims and ethos of the school

Our Outstanding Benefits

• Teachers operate in their own classrooms and each department has an office

• Teachers are provided with up to double the standard PPA time

• Shorter Terms and Longer Holidays than State Schools. 

• Staff Well-being programme including a paid well-being afternoon each year

• Cashback scheme for medical appointments such as optical or dental

• Generous sickness income protection scheme

• Discount for Teachers' Reward Card

• Employee Assistance program– counselling, financial assistance etc.

• Staff discount on fees - School Fee Remission after One Year Service

• Free lunch during term-time

• Free Tea & Coffee

• Free use of the school’s leisure and sporting facilities, including a heated indoor pool

• Commute by school coaches during term time - Subject to Availability

• Free parking

• School nurse during term time

• Generous levels of non-contact time

• Small class sizes

• Electrical Charging Points for Electric Cars.

If you have any questions regarding the role or the school, or would like to arrange a tour of the school pre-application, please do not hesitate to contact our recruitment team. 

Notre Dame School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.  In accordance with KCSIE requirements we will contact referees and obtain references prior to interview.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a completed application as soon as possible. The School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, if a suitable candidate presents themself.