Modern Foreign Languages Teacher with potential TLR (Claverham Community College

Job introduction

About the role

Modern Foreign Language Teacher required to teach across KS3 and KS4 from September 2025 preferably specialising in German with Spanish or French.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Language teacher, with a passion for the subject to join our team of talented staff. There is a TLR available for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will be part of a supportive Modern Foreign Languages team with an experienced Head of Department. We are passionate about the importance of MFL in the curriculum and the potential each and every student possesses.

The successful candidate will be:

• A good classroom practitioner with high expectations and a clear commitment to helping students reach their full potential;
• Have a high level of professionalism;
• Share the Principal’s vision to offer an exceptional education for all students. 

In return we can offer you:

• A supportive culture;
• Training opportunities;
• An on- site Nursery (ages 3 months – 5 years) which carries a staff discount;
• Access to an on-site Sports Centre.

 There is a tradition of high standards of behaviour at the College due to our set of structures and procedures which are beneficial to both staff and students. Our proven reputation for excellent examination results at the College makes Claverham a popular and oversubscribed Community College which serves a mainly rural catchment area within East Sussex. 

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

The job description, person specification and application form can be found on our website www.claverham.org  or by emailing recruitment@claverham.org 

Closing date for application forms – Monday 19 May at 4.00pm

Dates for Interviews – Thursday 22 May

We reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview if we receive suitable applications before the advertised closing date.

Working pattern: Full-time
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional information

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Work Permits

We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. 

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

Reasonable adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.