Teacher of French OR Spanish

Applications are welcome from teachers who are qualified in French OR Spanish. The ability to teach both languages is desirable but not essential.

Uptake of Modern Languages at Jordanhill is high and attainment is outstanding. The department draws upon emerging guidance on best practice in modern languages teaching across the age range. The department is renowned for its pedagogical practice and innovative use of technology to enhance learning. The department has 50 tablets with high bandwidth wi-fi connection, and all classrooms have interactive whiteboards. All pupils in S3-S6 have chromebooks; pupils in S1 and S2 will receive chromebooks from August 2021 onwards.

The classrooms are in a highly visible location with extensive display space and immediate access to the south campus atrium and the courtyard for breakfast activities.

Currently the department consists of the Head of Languages and five teachers. It has the support of a French assistant and a Spanish assistant.

At Jordanhill all pupils study French (L2) from P1 to S4 and Mandarin (L3) from P5-S1. During S2 pupils are given the option of a taster programme in Mandarin or Spanish prior to course choice for S3.

Applicants are required to be GTC Scotland registered and appointment is subject to a satisfactory PVG check prior to commencement in the post, satisfactory references, presentation of qualifications and confirmation of the right to work in the UK. Any offer of employment will be withdrawn if any of the above conditions are not satisfied.

To apply for this vacancy please click on the 'apply now' button. An application form must be completed (cvs will not be considered or acknowledged) and returned to Pauline Cameron, HR Officer cameronp@jordanhill.glasgow.sch.uk.

Deadlines for applications is close of business 19th May 2021.