Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Post Reference:         2602

Academy:                 Leeds East Academy 

Grade:                       MPS/UPS (£31,650 to £49,084)

Hours:                         Full time

Accountable to:         Curriculum Leader for Modern Foreign Languages

Leeds East Academy is a vibrant, over-subscribed 11-16 academy driven by a clear purpose: to improve the life chances of our young people. Guided by our core values of resilience, integrity, trust, and ambition, we strive to create a community where every student feels a deep sense of belonging and is empowered to achieve their full potential. As a highly inclusive school, we are determined to ensure that all students, regardless of their starting point, can thrive in a supportive and ambitious environment, driving everyone to be exceptional.

In 2024, Ofsted recognised our ongoing improvement, rating us as ‘Good’ in Leadership & Management, Behaviour & Attitudes, and Personal Development. This reflects our unwavering focus on providing a safe, respectful, and aspirational environment where students can thrive both academically and personally. In recent years, our academy has undergone significant transformation and responsiveness to the changing educational landscape. We are a forward-looking school unafraid to push boundaries, embrace new challenges, and continuously develop our practice.

As proud members of the High-Performance Learning international community, we firmly believe that every child can excel given the right culture and climate. Our inclusive and ambitious ethos is built on the belief that exceptional outcomes are possible for all. We do not just teach – we nurture, inspire, and equip young people with the skills and character they need to lead successful lives and contribute positively to society.

Leeds East Academy is part of White Rose Academies Trust, a local trust dedicated to raising aspirations and unlocking the potential of young people across Leeds. Together, we are committed to delivering a world-class education and creating life-changing opportunities for all.

Role:

You will deliver an inclusive, coherently sequenced, and diverse Modern Foreign Languages curriculum that promotes the accumulation of knowledge, skills and cultural capital through inspirational Modern Foreign Languages lessons. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

·        To strive to deliver a consistently good standard of Modern Foreign Languages teaching.

·        To ensure strong rates of progress for all students through the planning and preparation of high-quality Modern Foreign Languages lessons which engage, motivate, and support learners.

·        To take responsibility within Modern Foreign Languages, and in the execution of general duties, for a strong climate for learning which results in positive, respectful attitudes from students.

·        To consistently apply the Academy Behaviour policy to support all colleagues in establishing high standards of behaviour from students, and in order that students have parity of treatment and expectations in all areas of the academy.

·        To assess, record and report on the development, progress, and attainment of students within Modern Foreign Languages.

·        In consultation with the Curriculum Leader for Modern Foreign Languages, contribute to the planning, design and production of good quality teaching materials and resources.

Part of White Rose Academies Trust - Leeds East Academy is accelerating on a thrilling journey, which will ultimately see the school, its staff and its students, secure continued strides for the school and the community that it serves.

We are securing our vision for World Class by growing our family of exceptional education professionals; dedicated specialists and passionate leaders with the shared goal of transforming future prospects for the next generation in West Yorkshire.

The trust currently employs over 500 members of staff and is responsible for educating and developing almost 4,000 students between the ages of 3 to 16. The trust consists of three secondary schools - Leeds City Academy, Leeds East Academy and Leeds West Academy, and also welcomed its first primary school Alder Tree Primary Academy on 1st December 2020.

We believe the trust is a highly desirable place of work for an ambitious professional, who will be joining one of the most supportive and talented teams in the country.

Closing Date:               Tuesday 6th May 2025, 9am

Interviews may be held before the application deadline, so we recommend that applicants submit their applications as soon as possible.

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White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.  Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.