Teacher of MFL (French and Spanish: 0.9 FTE) at Kings Norton Girls' School

About this Role

An opportunity has arisen at Kings Norton Girls' School and Sixth Form(KNGS) for an exceptional teacher of MFL to join us on a fixed term contractfor academic year 2026 - 2027, working 0.9 FTE (Please note this post may be available on a permanent contract from September 2027). KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding schooland is part of the West Midlands Multi Academy Trust with a comprehensiveintake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school,which lies in the heart of our community, and is highly regarded in our localarea and beyond. ECT applications are welcomed.

The post is available from September 2026 (January2027 start may be considered). Please note that the part-time working days for September will be confirmed during the summer term andthat the working days may change in future years based on timetable need.

This is a fantasticopportunity for an exceptional teacher of MFL to join Kings Norton Girls'School and Sixth Form. The ability to teach French and Spanish at KS3 and KS4is essential with experience at KS5 desirable. We are an outstanding school andachieve excellent pastoral and academic outcomes for students within a culture of care and concern for the well-being of bothstudents and staff. The MFL department consistentlyachieve some of the best results in the country. The faculty plays an integral role in thelife of the school, making a significant contribution to the development of keyskills and cultural understanding.

We are looking for anoutstanding practitioner to join our team and to contribute their enthusiasmand teaching skills to our work. Thesuccessful candidate will be an outstanding teacher, committed to improving learners'experiences and attainment through working collaboratively and being willing toadopt new ideas. In return we can offerthe opportunity to teach students with a thirst for learning languages within asupportive school and faculty.

We offer excellent CPDwithin a supportive culture. We invest in the professional development of our staff so they meettheir career potential, to take up opportunities in our school and in others. The school iscommitted to improving staff well-being. We also offera cycle to work scheme and EmployeeAssistance Programme.

Should you wish todiscuss this opportunity prior to applying, please contact Sue Martin, FacultyLeader via email smartin@kngs.co.uk. The application form will include yoursupporting statement (this should not exceed 1200 words, you do not need tosubmit a separate covering letter); this should be submitted through the'My New Term' website.

Should you haveany questions about the application process, please email Mrs Wilson, PA to theHeadteacher dwilson@kngs.co.uk Please note we do notaccept CVs and only applications completed on the school's application formwill be considered.

Closing date forreceipt of applications: Tuesday 16th Juneat 8.00 am

Interview date: To be confirmed

Commitment to Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Practices:We welcomeapplications from candidates of all backgrounds. WMAT is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Onlinesearches will be conducted as part of the pre-employment checks.

Thisrole is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and theamendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. All shortlistedcandidates will be subject to online checks, they will also be asked tocomplete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates willbe subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks at enhanced level,along with other relevant employment checks. This role has been identified aspublic facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act, and thereforethe ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in Englishwill be required.