Teacher of French & English or Second Subject

Recruitment & Retention allowance available for the right candidate

This is an exciting opportunity for either a newly qualified or experienced teacher to join the Humanities & MFL team. We are seeking a colleague who is or has clear potential to be an excellent French & English practitioner. Working within the Humanities & MFL faculty, you will contribute to quality French & English provision that inspires students at all key stages and ensures progress.

Laisterdyke Business and Enterprise College is a Foundation Comprehensive College with 1056 students on roll including 158 in the Sixth form. We are currently over-subscribed and have a strong track record for developing staff for further career progression. In recent years we have made significant improvements to the curriculum and to the use of data in order to raise expectations and standards. Governance has also been reviewed and an interim Executive Board established to support the college in its journey to good.

This is a college of opportunity for staff. If you want to open up opportunities for our youngsters and want recognition and development in your place of work in return, then please do apply to us.

We are looking for:

• A first class practitioner who can inspire students through great teaching and learning
• A team player who can contribute to a faculty team and is willing to learn from others
• A commitment and ability to contribute to extending provision for students throughout the faculty, including key stage 5 and extra-curricular opportunities

We offer:

• Quality suited teaching bases and good facilities including a workroom
• Teaching at all key stages including A level
• A full CPD programme in order for you to reach your career goals within a college that believes in developing staff potential

To apply, please download the application pack from our website www.laisterdykecollege.org.uk and once completed, Email to Wendy Cresswell w.cresswell@laisterdykecollege.org.uk or for further information, please call Wendy Cresswell on 01274 203971.

Applications should consist of a fully completed application form (see pack) and a supporting letter. The supporting letter should be no more than 3 sides of A4 in text size 11 and cover

• Your reasons for applying and readiness for this position;
• Your skills, experience and attributes necessary for this role;

Closing date: 9am Monday 8th June 2015
Interviews to be held: Thursday 11th June 2015 or Friday 12th June 2015 (to be confirmed)

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. You will be required to undertake a DBS check prior to commencing employment.

Laisterdyke Business and Enterprise College
Thornbury Road
Bradford
BD3 8HE
Principal: Jen McIntosh