Altrincham Grammar school for Girls is a lead school for MFL development for Bright Futures Training (formerly the Alliance for Learning). The successful candidate will be expected to be able to support the MFL Department by providing assistance to students in Years 10 to 13, to improve their foreign language speaking skills and increase an understanding of the culture of the appropriate native country.

AGGS has a commitment to all pupils studying at least one MFL to GCSE. All pupils take two languages at KS3, which may be German, German or Spanish. We have language assistants for all three languages. The department is very well resourced with its own suite of MFL rooms. Results at both GCSE and A level are outstanding. In 2023, 84% of all GCSE entries were awarded grades 7-9, and 30% were at the very highest 9 grade. At A level 79% of entries were awarded A*-B.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Specific Responsibilities

• To liaise with all staff in the Modern Foreign Languages Department regarding schemes of work and content for the conversation classes.
• To conduct conversation classes in German to inspire and challenge students, working with groups or individuals
•         To plan classes which will stimulate German conversation which are closely linked to course content
•         To deliver conversation classes for individuals, pairs and groups which will motivate and encourage students to speak German
•         To prepare and support students in their preparations for oral examinations
•         To monitor student attendance and performance, reporting back to the teacher
•         To support MFL staff by keeping up to date with current affairs and finding appropriate, stimulating learning materials for students
•         To maintain a learning environment in which students can work effectively.
•         To assist with other duties as reasonably expected by the line manager, in line with the job description

We are open, supportive and flexible with high-quality CPD opportunities through our Teaching School Hubs and Professional Development Institute.

Flexible working will be considered please discuss your preferences at interview.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and accountabilities.