Classroom Teacher of Spanish at Maiden Erlegh School In Reading

About this Role

MaidenErlegh School in Reading is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiasticSpanish Teacher to join our school community.

This is anexcellent opportunity for a skilled classroom practitioner who can plan,resource and deliver highly effective and inspiring Spanish lessons across theallocated timetable. The successful candidate will contribute to engaging andchallenging curriculum planning, support strong standards of behaviour andprofessionalism, and help create a safe, purposeful and ambitious learningenvironment in which students make strong progress and achieve high academicstandards.

Thepostholder will be responsible for teaching allocated classes, supportingeffective tutor provision, directing and supervising support colleaguesassigned to lessons, and contributing to the wider work of the department,school and Maiden Erlegh Trust.

KeyResponsibilities

• Plan and prepare highly effective Spanish lessons in line with Trust and school schemes of work and assessment.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to promote learning, engagement and enjoyment of the subject.
• Motivate and inspire students so that they enjoy their learning, manage their own learning effectively and aim high in their academic achievement.
• Use assessment information, student starting points and regular feedback to monitor progress, close gaps and support appropriate intervention.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour, attendance, conduct, safety and wellbeing in lessons and wider school settings.
• Act as a form tutor and contribute to effective tutor and personal development provision.
• Support all students, including disadvantaged students, those with SEND and the most able, to access learning and achieve strong outcomes.
• Contribute to curriculum enrichment, extra-curricular activities, whole-school events, professional development and the wider life of the school.

TheIdeal Candidate

Thesuccessful candidate will have:

• A good quality degree.
• PGCE, or equivalent, in secondary education.
• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Genuine enthusiasm for Spanish and the ability to communicate this to students.
• The ability to use a range of teaching strategies that promote learning, engagement and enjoyment of the subject.
• Strong classroom practice and the ability to deliver a variety of teaching approaches.
• A commitment to overcoming barriers to learning so that students are supported to achieve their potential.
• The ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with students, colleagues and parents.
• The ability to manage behaviour effectively and create a purposeful learning environment.
• Good IT skills and the ability to use ICT effectively to support learning.
• A willingness to become fully involved in the life of the school and share the values of the school and the wider Trust.

MaidenErlegh School in Reading (MER)

MaidenErlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11-16 secondaryschool in an urban context. The school is as committed to staff and studentwellbeing as it is to delivering high-quality education.

Staffvoice is central to shaping change and wellbeing priorities. The schoolbenefits from excellent modern facilities and is proud of its vibrant, diversestudent body who work hard and have high aspirations. A link to the school canbe found here

AboutMaiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growingcommunity of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together todeliver the best possible education for every child and young person. Witharound 800 staff and 5,000 students across eleven schools,including primary, secondary, special and alternative provision, we are proudof the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We AimHigh, Be Inclusive and WorkTogether. Thesevalues drive our focus on high-quality education for all through collaboration,inclusion and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden ErleghInstitute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at everystage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities and ourannual MET Staff Conference, a day that brings colleagues together toshare best practice and learn from one another.

Joining our Trust means beingpart of a community that invests in people and values expertise, playing adirect role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

Further information aboutworking with us, and insight from colleagues across the Trust, can be found here on our website.

Benefitsof Working with Maiden Erlegh Trust

Staffwellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleaguesbenefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including :

PensionScheme - Generousemployer contributions through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local GovernmentPension Scheme

AnnualLeave - Generousentitlement, increasing with length of service

ME Day - One additional day's leave eachyear for a significant personal event

ProfessionalDevelopment -Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference andapprenticeship opportunities

HybridWorking - Flexibleworking arrangements for eligible roles

Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resourcesand monthly perk points

Wellbeingand Health - Freeflu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)

EmployeeAssistance Programme- 24/7 support and discount schemes

MentalHealth First Aid Support

Recognitionand Community -Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET

EmployeeReferral Scheme

Workingfor our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting theeducation and life chances of children and young people every day.

AdditionalInformation

If youbelieve this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make ameaningful contribution, please contact recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.orgfor an informal discussion.

Applicantsare encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert andinterview at any time.

MaidenErlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidatewill be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references