Teacher of MFL - French and Spanish - Potential TLR

Teacher of MFL with Potential TLR

We are looking for an enthusiastic MFL teacher who can teach French and Spanish up to GCSE level. At KS3 the students follow an Ark MFL curriculum and at KS4 students follow the Edexcel syllabus for French and Spanish. We are pleased to offer the possibility of a TLR for an appropriately qualified and experienced candidate. This may include the opportunity to undertake a leadership role, such as Head of Department, subject to the successful applicant's skills, experience, and leadership capacity. This provides an excellent opportunity for a candidate seeking to develop or extend their leadership experience. The successful candidate will be able to communicate effectively with students of all abilities, be proactive, have excellent communication skills and be experienced in establishing successful learning relationships with young people and adults. They will be instrumental in our mission to provide every student a great education and real choices in life, regardless of their background. A passionate practitioner, with the ability to deliver high-quality, rigorous lessons that drive achievement and inspire a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom.,

• Has knowledge of the national secondary education system, examinations and curriculum
• Can lead by example, through outstanding practice and professionalism
• Cares about students, their learning, and their futures
• Is driven to make a difference, to overcome barriers, to be relentless in enabling all students to make exceptional progress
• Is committed to their own personal development and to collaborative, consultative working
  
  We are committed to creating one of the top performing schools in the UK, right here in Hastings.
Ark Alexandra Academy is a popular secondary operating a 'One School, Two Campus' model since September 2024, offering unique opportunities for professional growth and development for our staff, and a more bespoke and supportive learning environment for our students. The school is on a rapid journey of improvement, driven by a traditional, evidence-based approach and a culture of high expectations, which was reflected in a significant uplift in GCSE results for 2025. Highlights include:
• 65% of students achieved a 4+ in English and maths
• A record 13% increase in students passing English and Maths
• Disadvantaged students and those with SEND saw an even greater pass rate in English and Maths of 16% and 17% respectively
• Indicative Progress 8 score has increased from -0.8 (2024) to +0.1 (2025), representing one of the biggest turnarounds in the UK
We uphold traditional values of discipline, courtesy and respect, and are a strict no mobile phone school, ensuring a calm and purposeful learning environment where students are ready to learn. As part of the Ark network, Ark Alexandra Academy has access to the dedicated support of a highly successful MAT with a well-regarded CPD offer for leaders and teachers at all levels and a developing programme for support staff. In addition, the school is part of the Hastings DfE Education Investment Area giving an increased focus on the region, potential funding, and genuine opportunities for collaboration between schools. Join us on this exciting journey to transform education in Hastings., Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.


• Salary higher than the national pay scales
• Twice as many training days as standard and network-wide events with Ark colleagues, held by the best minds in education
• Weekly staff training designed to meet the needs of the school
• Coaching for every teacher
• Protected co-planning time
• Access to the high-quality, professional development, including nationally recognised qualifications such as the NPQML and NPQSL
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the network