Trust Director of MFL - Full-time

Turner Schools are excited to be looking for a passionate and inspiring MFL lead to join our highly successful and flourishing MFL departments based in Dover and Folkestone. This could be a brilliant next move for someone looking to develop within their career. We are seeking someone who cares about bringing languages to life for our students and who will be committed to continuing the successful development of MFL within the Turner Schools both primary and secondary. We are seeking someone able to teach French and Spanish to KS4 and French to KS5. We use a blended approach using the EPI method, therefore an understanding of this would be welcome. The ability to develop and inspire our Trust MFL department is an important part of this role. This is the ideal time to shape MFL at Turner Schools to help us continue to create an environment where all children thrive and knowledge matters. As Trust Director of MFL, your role will require you to be an expert teacher who is capable of leading and inspiring colleagues and pupils with a proven track record and an enthusiasm for research-informed education. We highly recommend applicants visit our Trust to experience our culture and ethos. The successful candidate will.... + be dedicated to improving pupils' progress and raising attainment across the Trust, sharing effective practice with colleagues + have a proven track record of success in raising standards and developing others + have experience of strategic planning that brings about improved pupil outcomes + have a proven ability to support all pupils to engage with challenging, high quality literature + have an understanding of current pedagogical research particularly with regards to mathematics teaching + a mindset to always lead by example: in the classroom; supporting and developing others, and promoting our Trust values Benefits of Working for Turner Schools: We care about our staff's personal and professional wellbeing and are pleased to offer the following benefits: + Fully funded access to Benenden Healthcare + Outstanding professional development through our Turner Institute + Membership for all ECT, teaching and leadership staff to the Chartered College of Teaching + Regular wellbeing and social activities + Counselling and mental wellbeing support + Access to Mental Health First Aiders + Electric car scheme + Cycle to work scheme + Innovation Awards that encourage staff to put forward innovative ideas to make a difference to children's experiences + Trust Vision and Values awards to recognise staff contribution + Free parking on all our sites with access to E chargers Our staff tell us that the Trust is a supportive and motivational place to work, with real attention paid to staff wellbeing, workload and professional development. Further information about our Trust can be found on our website: www.turnerschools.com We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.Information about the trust Turner Schools is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) with eight schools in Canterbury, Dover and Folkestone:- Dover Christ Church Academy, Chartham Primary School, Folkestone Primary, Folkestone Academy, Morehall Primary, Martello Primary, St Stephens Infant School, Turner Free School We provide education through pre-school, primary, secondary and on to sixth form. Each academy is individual and responds to the needs of its local community to provide the best possible opportunity for its young people. We promote high academic standards, while ensuring crucial opportunities for personal and emotional development. Turner Schools is committed to Transforming children's futures…Empowering children's futures…Strengthening communities. To help us achieve this, Turner Staff 'Walk the Turner Talk' They will:

• Speak and act with care: always show compassion and respect for children. Act boldly: be ambitious for yourself and the children and young people we serve. Learn from adversity: be evaluative, thoughtful and reflective. Challenge convention: be curious, welcome difference and unfamiliar thinking. Connect with others: support colleagues, parents and pupils to make a great team. Use your voice: offer different views and ask questions. Do what it takes: be relentless in pursuing the best for children. Ask for support: be open and honest when plans go awry. Don't give up: be calm, resilient and measured when managing challenges.
Turner Schools is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. It expects all staff and volunteers to share this same commitment. Any appointment is subject to satisfactory recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Two references are required prior to commencement of employment. We are an equal opportunities employer. For further information on Turner Schools, please visit www.turnerschools.com