We are looking to appoint an experienced French teacher on a part-time basis to cover an internal absence due to maternity leave. The successful candidate will teach French to pupils from P7 up to S5 age groups and should have experience of teaching the National 5 curriculum. Applicants should be passionate about Modern Foreign Languages, with excellent subject knowledge and committed to ensuring success for all. We welcome applications from well-qualified graduates with relevant teaching qualifications and GTCS registration. Package Description The school prides itself on its warm and welcoming community, inclusive of all staff. Our teaching staff work alongside the operational teams to ensure the smooth running of the school. We value the contribution of all team members. Through involvement in the co-curricular programme all those who work with us can bring their passions to work. Developing our talent is important to us. Access to training and professional development is available and encouraged. Our reward package includes: Generous Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Access to onsite gym Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Programme, including discounted access to health insurance, financial well-being products, cycle to work and electric car schemes as well as discounts to a number of major retailers Fee discount A three course lunch is provided during term time Main Responsibilities In line with all members of the department, successful applicants will be expected to: keep abreast of changes in national exams/courses take an active role in promoting languages throughout the School work closely with other members of the Modern Languages department give regular, informative feedback to students on their progress have excellent organisational skills have consistently high expectations of students and yourself have excellent communication and ICT skills have a keen interest in development and sharing of effective teaching and learning strategies in Languages. have a commitment to fresh and exciting methods of delivering the curriculum be fully involved in the life of the School as a whole, to promote languages and cultural awareness have an active interest in promoting enrichment activities, including participating in Exchanges Duties and responsibilities associated with all teachers at the Edinburgh Academy are: To plan, prepare and teach lessons to all assigned pupils according to their educational needs. To assess, record and report on the progress of the pupils within the guidelines written in the Staff Handbook. To engage with the wider School Curriculum in a manner which is consistent with the ethos of the School. To carry out such administrative and other routine tasks as are outlined in the Staff Handbook. To demonstrate a commitment to both individual professional development and to developing the curriculum in the School. To carry out any other duties and to assume any other responsibilities as the Rector shall from time-to-time reasonably request. To play a full part in the co-curricular life of the School. Short-listed candidates will be asked to plan and teach a lesson. Reporting The successful applicant will report to the Head of Department on all aspects of classroom management, timetabling, teaching and learning, reporting and pupil discipline. The successful applicant will report to the Deputy Rectors on matters of whole school commitments, professional development and! personal absence. The Ideal Candidate Qualifications/Experience (E=Essential D= Desirable) Should hold a good degree in French (or equivalent) -E The ability to teach up to National 5 in French -E Proven Experience Experience of curriculum development and creation of inspiring resources - E Administrative experience –D Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must be a near native speaker level in the target language– E Practical, conscientious and reliable - E Excellent interpersonal skills - E Motivated with the ability to work under own initiative – E Excellent oral and written communication skills – E Must have knowledge of current affairs in target language country-E Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) – E An awareness of current thinking within second language acquisition research - D Other Attributes A willingness to undertake a variety of tasks as and when required – E Willingness to collaborate within a team- E The ability to form good relationships and connections with the pupils is one of the most important parts of the job. - E Willing to work in line with EA values - E About the school/organisation The Edinburgh Academy is a fully co-educational school. The School consists of a Senior School, Junior School and a Nursery Department. The School is a member of HMC. The Edinburgh Academy moved to full co-education across the whole school in 2008. The Junior and Senior Schools are on separate sites, both of which have spacious grounds and sports facilities including extensive playing fields, an all-weather sports area, and a large Sports Hall and Centre.. Location : Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh