Co-op Academy Failsworth

We are looking for a Modern Foreign Languages Lead Practitioner to join our Modern Foreign Languages Department

The Modern Foreign Languages curriculum at Co-Op Academy Failsworth seeks to foster a love for languages while preparing students to become effective communicators and global citizens. We focus on developing creativity, cultural awareness, and strong communication skills, alongside the ability to think critically and solve problems. Our curriculum is underpinned by the belief that language learning opens doors to new experiences. We therefore aim to build resilience, curiosity, and lifelong learning habits in every student, empowering them to navigate a diverse and interconnected world with the skills and values needed for both academic success and personal growth.

The MFL team is housed across four classrooms, each equipped with interactive boards, and we have two sets of computer trolleys to integrate technology seamlessly into lessons. Additionally, we are fortunate to have an in-house Languages tutor who provides valuable support to both students and staff.

The department comprises six full-time teachers, including a Head of Department, all dedicated to delivering an outstanding language learning experience for students.

At KS3, we currently follow Viva and Dynamo, which are designed to ensure challenging and engaging lessons while preparing students for the rigors of the GCSE curriculum. Our KS3 Scheme of Work mirrors KS4, enabling a smooth transition and equipping students with the skills they need to excel in the Edexcel GCSE specifications for both French and Spanish. We are currently transitioning to the AQA Exam Board for both French and Spanish, ensuring alignment with the latest standards.

Our department is proud to be a highly successful team, achieving consistently strong results at GCSE. This success is a testament to the dedication of our staff, high-quality teaching, and the tailored support we provide to every learner.

In addition to our academic focus, we are committed to providing enriching experiences for our students. We run a highly successful exchange letter program with schools in Spain, helping students develop their communication skills and cultural understanding. The department also organizes regular trips to Spain and France, offering students opportunities to experience the languages and cultures first hand. Closer to home, we plan cultural outings, such as visits to the Instituto Cervantes, where students can immerse themselves in Spanish culture by watching films and participating in workshops.

Our department is driven by a passion for language learning, and we believe in extending this enthusiasm beyond the classroom. Through these enrichment opportunities and our dedication to excellence, we aim to inspire our students to achieve their full potential and foster a lifelong appreciation for languages and cultures.

We are proud to be a team of committed professionals who combine dedication, collaboration, and a shared drive for exceptional teaching and learning.

Why us?

At Co-op Academy Failsworth, is a fully inclusive, popular and over-subscribed 11-16 comprehensive Academy with almost 1500 students on roll. In June 2024 OFSTED rated the school good. We are located 3 miles from Manchester city centre, situated 1 mile from junction 22 of the M60. Our priority is to recruit the very best of staff for our Academy. Our staff enjoy working at our academy and you would be welcome to speak to them about their experience of working at the Academy. The academy is very focused on staff wellbeing.

All our values are based upon the values of the Co-op Group, which will inform our behaviours.

Self-help: We do not expect to be spoon fed – we will try to do things for ourselves in the right way and at the right time.

Self-responsibility: Everyone should act in a responsible way around the academy site and in the local community. We take responsibility for our own learning; we want to become independent learners.

Equality: We are proud to be part of a very multicultural academy, with students from all over the world; it is important that we treat each other with respect and accept that others may be different from ourselves. We should all have equal chances to succeed.

Equity: We want to look for the best in each other. Rewarding others fairly to encourage all types of achievement.

Democracy: We will contribute our ideas to make the academy a success.

Solidarity: We can achieve more by working together, rather than as individuals.

Our Values

Being part of the Co-operative Group, we are both guided and driven by the Co-op values which are embedded in everything that we do within our Academy - We strive to demonstrate the following ethical values in everything we do - they are our ‘Ways of Being’:

Succeed together

Do what matters most

Be yourself, always

Show you care

So, if you believe in our values, we would love to hear from you!

We offer a wide range of benefits and rewards to recognise the part you play in our success:

Benefits include:

Our employee benefits package includes:

●    Competitive Salaries and pension schemes

●    A superb and comprehensive range of CPD activities to further develop your career

●    11 Day Half Terms

●    Centrally planned curriculum

●    Responsive teaching

●    Investment in 2 hours CPD per week

●    Access to counselling services

●    Free parking

●    Free onsite gym

●    Fee flu vaccinations

●    You’ll get being a Co-op member, you’ll get a Co-op colleague discount card. This gives you a 10% discount in our Co-op Food stores.

●    Co-operative flexible benefits (discounted line rental and broadband package, family care advice and cycle to work scheme)

●    Discounted gym membership and leisure activities which includes discounts on Merlin Entertainments (Sea Life, Legoland etc), Virgin Experience Days, SuperBreak and many more!

●    Co-operative Credit Union: save directly from your salary and receive a competitive dividend. Borrowers can benefit from very competitive interest rates & terms (in comparison with other high street lenders)

●    Co-op Funeral care benefit

●    Season ticket and rental deposit loans

And More!

The Trust is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnerships.

For more information about the Co-op Academies Trust, please visit: www.coopacademies.co.uk