Teacher of MFL (French and German Specialism) - Maternity Cover
Role: Teacher of MFL (French and German specialism)\- Fixed term contract \- Maternity Cover
Academy: Outwood Academy Ripon
Contract \- Fixed term temporary
Start Date : November 2026, start date to be agreed at Interview
Salary (Actual Salary): MPS/UPS
Working Pattern: Full time
Are you a dedicated and highly effective educator committed to raising the achievement of all students within your subject area? Join us as a Teacher of MFL \- (French and German specialism) , where you will be instrumental in delivering high\-quality learning, utilising a range of teaching and learning strategies to ensure student success.
This position requires a professional who is aware of strategies for improving learning, understands curriculum developments, and is creative in finding solutions to enhance student performance.
Welcome from the Principal:
We are proud that Outwood Academy Ripon is rated Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted. We are an 11\-16 academy based in the cathedral city of Ripon, near the UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing the magnificent Studley Royal Deer Park, including the well\-preserved Cistercian Fountains Abbey. Our success is one of the most impressive in North Yorkshire, and we have been recognised for our consistently excellent outcomes in progress and attainment.
Judged as Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted in 2024, the inspection stated that “Pupils are supported by caring staff who know them well”, “Pupils know that learning is important and apply themselves diligently to their work” and noted that ”the relationships between staff and students are very strong and behaviour around the academy is of a high standard".
We aim to promote the highest standards of academic achievement through inspiring teaching and learning, with a curriculum designed to stretch and enrich our students’ experience. Our success speaks for itself as we are above the national average for the number of students achieving at a Grade 5 or above in English \& Maths GCSEs, and we have won numerous awards as a school including the Carnegie Mental Health Silver Award, Anti\-Bullying Alliance Bronze Award and being accredited with the prestigious IQM Centre of Excellence status, which highlights that inclusion at all levels is of paramount importance to us.
Put simply, we take pride in serving the local community, ensuring everyone has a right to learn.
About the Department:The languages department at Outwood Academy Ripon consists of 2 full time members of staff, who teach both French and German. We currently teach Year 7 to Year 11\. All Y7 follow a duo course, which means they are studying both French and German. Teachers have their own classroom. MFL is a vibrant department in the academy and uptake at GCSE is strong. Although the team is small, the quality of teaching and learning is outstanding and results have consistently been well above national average. We would love you to join our wonderful department here at Ripon.
If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Vinutha Chandrashekar , HR Assistant \- v.chandrashekar@ripon.outwood.com .
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well\-being:
- Competitive Pay \& Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching.
- Workload \& Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
- Wellbeing \& Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
- *'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page*
*Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.*
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