Language Assistant (French)

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £7,600 pro-rata (FTE £45,916)

Job type: Permanent, Part Time, Term Time

The Grammar School is a leading co-educational school located in the heart of historic Portsmouth.

The Role

They are seeking to appoint a native speaker of French to the post of part-time, term-time Language Assistant to conduct conversation lessons in French, principally with pupils in Years 10-13. The post is available for 8 hours per week, 

This is a part time, term time only position, to include attendance at all Professional Development Days (INSET) in the school calendar. During published PGS school terms, the hours of work will be 8 hours per week.

Main Responsibilities

• To conduct conversation lessons in French, principally with pupils in Years 10 to 13
• To assist pupils in small groups or 1-1 with their preparation for each of the oral examination components
• To prepare resources to enable pupils to discuss a variety of topics in French in support of the curriculum
• To develop strategies to develop pupils’ confidence and conversation ability in French with support from department staff
• To work with the Head of Modern Languages as required to support pupils in Years 7 to 10 to develop their French oral skills
• To ensure the safeguarding of pupils

The Ideal Candidate

• A good standard of education
• Fluency in French to the standard of a native speaker
• Ability to develop resources to support effective pupil learning and to inspire pupils’ interest in the subject
• Ability to appraise pupil spoken delivery
• A good knowledge of French culture and society to support and extend topic- based pupil discussions.
• Motivation to work with children and young people
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and with the Head of Modern Languages

Benefits

• NEST or Aviva pension scheme
• Free use of the school’s Sports facilities which include a well-equipped Fitness Centre
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free staff car park
• The school is a strong supporter of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/language-assistant-french-portsmouth-2245396

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

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