Teacher of Languages

As a school and a member of Southport Learning Trust we are determined to inspire our students through learning both inside and outside the classroom, care for individual pastoral needs and achieve the highest academic standards. As a school and a member of Southport Learning Trust we are determined to inspire our students through learning both inside and outside the classroom, care for individual pastoral needs and achieve the highest academic standards.

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed Language Teacher. The Languages department is highly successful, with over 80% of students entered for the EBacc suite of qualifications. The faculty is well-resourced and strives to make the subject interesting and relevant for all our students who study many different languages, primarily Spanish French and Latin. The faculty currently consists of both full and part-time experienced specialist teaching staff.

The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an Enhanced Disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying this post is except from the rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

Successful applicants will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire and may be required to undergo a medical examination.

The Trust may carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview. 

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.All applications must be completed online via the designated application portal. Please note that paper applications will not be accepted .

Applicants should select the “Apply Now” option and ensure that the online application form is completed in full. It is essential that all details are accurate and that all required declarations are appropriately signed.

Candidates are required to complete a supporting statement within the online application form. This statement should clearly and concisely outline your relevant experience, the contributions you can make to the role, and any particular strengths or areas of expertise you wish to highlight. The supporting statement must be tailored to the specific post and should be a minimum of 1,000 words.

Please ensure that your employment history is fully accounted for, with no unexplained gaps in your career timeline.

You must provide the details of two professional referees. One referee must be your current or most recent employer, where applicable. If you are currently employed within a school setting, one of your referees must be your Headteacher.

CVs will not be considered

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 5th October 2026

Interview date: Thursday 8th October 2026

Start date: Monday 9th November 2026