Job Introduction
Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages
MPR/UPR
Applications from ECTs welcomed
Required September 2026
“Wavell is a harmonious school where everyone pulls together to do their best”
“Pupils have very positive attitudes to learning and cooperate well with their teachers and classmates”
(Ofsted 2021)
We are an innovative school, highly regarded in the local community, and we are excited to invite passionate teachers to join our team. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our superb academic outcomes, which continue to soar, having achieved record-breaking results in recent years. Our exceptional culture and behaviour foster a positive learning environment, where mutual respect and high expectations enable every student to flourish. Click here to see what our staff have to say about us: INSERT LINK TO VIDEO
Languages is one of the most exceptional and consistently highperforming subjects at The Wavell School, achieving the very best results in the school year after year. We offer Spanish, French and German, and the department is highly regarded across the County, particularly for its stunning outcomes for Disadvantaged students, which are regularly recognised as a model of best practice. This sustained success is driven by a dedicated and expert team whose strong collaborative ethos and commitment to high standards create a vibrant, aspirational environment in which all learners flourish.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic classroom practitioner who:
- has excellent subject knowledge
- is resilient and resourceful
- sets a high standard and who inspires students to meet this
- makes learning exciting, leading tohigh levelsof engagementand exam success
- thrives within a team and who enjoys collaborative working
- The ability to teach two of the three languages we offer would be an advantage
We will provide:
- exceptional culture and behaviour
- a supportive and welcoming professional environment
- a relentless focus on staff wellbeing
- regularopportunities forcontinuingprofessional developmentincluding programmes into Leadership
- structured support forECTs and trainees, to help you settle and thrive in your new career
- professional challenge, withprofessional development opportunities for potentialleaders of the future
- Access to Health Assured
We welcome visits from potential applicants
If you are ready to inspire and be inspired, we encourage you to apply and become part of our vibrant school.
Closing Date Thursday 29th January 2026
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Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
