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Teacher of French

Location: Blackburn with Darwen, UK
Salary: MPS/UPS
Education Phase: Secondary
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: Sunday, 11th May 2025
Interview Date: W/C 19th May 2025

About Our Client

Darwen Vale High School (DVHS) is an 11-18 academy, with a newly evolving sixth form which sits as part of collaboration with the two other Aldridge Education schools in the town: DACA and DAES. The school’s students are drawn not only from Darwen, but also from neighbouring Blackburn, and around 30% of students qualify for free school meals.

DVHS opened in redesigned and refurbished buildings in September 2012 and has grown from year groups of 150 to 240. It is widely recognised as a school which has seen rapid improvements in recent years. Student achievement has improved significantly and as a result, the school has been oversubscribed for the past several years.

In addition, following a recent Ofsted inspection, Darwen Vale has been given a ‘Good’ rating in all areas; a great achievement, and one which our client, Aldridge, and the whole DVHS team are very proud of. The school's motto embodies the commitment of the community of staff, students and parents to ensuring the school continues to go from strength to strength.

About the Role

They Want YOU to Join Their Team as a Teacher of French!

Are you passionate about languages and culture? Do you thrive in an environment where you can inspire students to embrace new languages and perspectives?

They are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher of French to join their forward-thinking school community. If you are someone who thrives on creativity, is passionate about language acquisition, and loves helping students explore the world through the lens of different languages, they want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Teach engaging and inspiring lessons in French.
Foster a love for languages and help students achieve their language-learning goals.
Encourage cultural awareness and global perspectives in the classroom.
Contribute to the school's wider language program and extracurricular activities.

What They’re Looking For:

Teach engaging and inspiring lessons in French.
A passion for teaching and a love of languages.
Qualified Teacher with experience teaching modern foreign languages.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Creative and adaptable with a growth mindset.
Enthusiasm for working with students of all abilities.

Benefits

Join Our Client, Aldridge Education, Family!

Looking for a fulfilling career with great benefits? Here’s why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

Aldridge Benefits Scheme in Partnership with Sodexo – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with their bike-friendly benefits.
Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, they’ve got your spot covered.
Good local transport links – Local train and bus links.
Staff Recognition – Aldridge Appreciates.
Generous Annual Leave – Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them onboard!!