Director of French

Director of French

Wawne Road
Bransholme, Kingston Upon Hull, HU7 4WR
United Kingdom

Salary: Leadership scale 5-9 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: April or September 2025
Are you passionate about leading educational excellence?

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of French to join our school leadership team and drive the success of language within the Faculty. In collaboration with colleagues, you will lead the French department to deliver outstanding teaching to every child, in every classroom, every day.

If you have the expertise, commitment, and creativity to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you.
You are somebody who can:

• Lead a team of teachers to deliver a high-quality educational provision within the Faculty.
• Set and uphold the highest standards for progress, attainment, teaching, and learning across the Faculty.
• Foster a positive, professional, proactive, and creative environment for staff and students alike.
• Take direct accountability for student outcomes, teaching quality, and learning standards.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and resource allocation.

You are somebody who:

• Is an experienced (or aspirational) inspirational leader with a proven track record of raising standards in education.
• Has a deep understanding of curriculum design, teaching methodologies, and data-driven improvement strategies.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Possesses the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team of educators.
• Holds a degree in Education or subject-specific area, and QTS.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

About our school:

Kingswood Academy is a national beacon of educational excellence. We are a school where our students make half a grade more progress, across all subjects, than other students do nationally; placing the academy as one of the highest performing schools in the region.

Our Vision is: to deliver world class learning, which places no limits on what young people can achieve.

We advise you to come in and speak with the Principal to discuss the role and shape the next 3 years of your career, please contact; cweightman@thekingswoodacademy.org

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.

• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.

• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.

• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence: April or September 2025

Closing date: 9th February 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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