Part Time, Term Time Only
We wish to appoint a native-level Spanish speaker as a Foreign Language Assistant for September 2024. The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Spanish, and will support the teaching of the language to pupils across Year 9, GCSE, IB and A-Level to develop their oral fluency, confidence and cultural awareness, particularly in their preparation for the oral part of public examinations.
Foreign Language Assistant roles run from September to the beginning of July and are re-assessed each year, in accordance with student demand. This is a part-time, term time only, role working approximately 15-18 hours, but this will vary depending on cohort sizes.
We welcome applications from all Spanish specialists, and from all backgrounds, to provide good role models for our global students.
A generous salary reflective of the skills and experience required for the post will be offered. Accommodation may be available for the successful candidate.
Bedford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance. Short-listed candidates will be invited to the school for interview on the advertised date.
The selection process will involve a lesson observation, a tour of the school and interviews. The Deputy Head of Modern Foreign Languages Paola Wright would be happy to talk to prospective applicants and can be contacted through the main school reception on 01234 362200 or by email paolawright@bedfordschool.org.uk
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Bedford School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
Closing date: Friday 19th April 2024
Interview date: Friday 26th April 2024