All Locations
Chatham
Advertising SalarySalary Details:
£32,000 - £50,000
Function:
Teaching
Contract TypeContract Type:
Fixed Term Contract
Hours Per WeekHours Per Week:
32.5
Weeks Per YearWeeks Per Year:
52
Required Start Date:Required Start Date:
January 2025
External Advertising End Date
08 Dec 2024

About The Role

Holcombe Grammar School are seeking an MFL Teacher on a fixed term basis to join their team of committed professionals teaching across the school.  The successful candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic French / Spanish teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning, is ready to embrace new ideas.  You will have a positive outlook, excellent interpersonal skills and be willing to contribute to the values, ethos and the development of our schools. 

Together with being an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievement and behaviour, you will be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating lessons having a thorough knowledge of curriculum development and pedagogy. 

About Us

Holcombe Grammar School, part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is an ambitious and supportive inclusive learning community, where life chances are transformed. We are a selective 11-18 boys’ school with a large and expanding mixed Sixth Form. 

At Holcombe Grammar School our aim is that students develop into successful, well rounded, confident young people who are equipped with the academic and life skills necessary to thrive in the modern world.    Whatever an individual’s background, we strive to ensure that our highly capable students are given the academic and intellectual tools to help them structure their thinking and learning effectively. 

“Pupils at Holcombe Grammar School … experience an inclusive, welcoming and supportive environment in school. The school community takes opportunities to celebrate its diversity often.” Ofsted March 2024

To find out more about our school, please click here

 

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and South West.  

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. 

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

  • Think about their Thinking
  • Be their Best self
  • Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances 

To learn more about our Trust click here

 

What our Trust will offer you:  

  • Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
  • Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
  • Teacher Pension Scheme: Secure your future with membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
  • Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
  • Internationally Accredited Pedagogy: Access to a range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
  • CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.  
  • Chartered Teacher Status: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher. 
  • Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice. 
  • Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings. 
  • Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
  • Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy in Frindsbury.
  • TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
  • Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
  • Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
  • Convenient Parking: Park for free in our on-site staff car park.
  • TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership. 

 

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of staff across our Trust we would encourage you to apply.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

For an informal chat about this position please contact Donna Read via email at ([email protected]).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email[email protected]

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