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GERMAN LANGUAGE ASSISTANT – BANCROFT´S SCHOOL
Academic year 2017-2018 (September to June)Bancroft’s School is one of London´s leading schools. It is an independent co-educational day school with 870 pupils aged between 11 and 18. It is situated on the edges of North East London and Epping Forest, with easy access to both country and city; just 20 minutes from central London by public transport. It is a forward looking, modern school; a centre of excellence for the twenty-first century.
Responsibilities
Prepare and conduct conversation sessions with A level students, 1:1 or in small groups on a weekly basis. Provide teachers with a half-termly report on pupils’ progress, as advised by the Head of German. Spend time with Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils in small groups in order to enhance their pronunciation and general conversation
skills. The Language Assistant may be asked to spend time with Lower School pupils to promote Modern Languages for younger pupils.
Help the Head of German to prepare resources for departmental use. The Language Assistant will be responsible for the upkeep of display boards. In order to contribute to the promotion of Modern Languages in the School, the German Language Assistant may be
requested to assist with cultural events or outings organised by the Department. Language Clubs and individual lunchtime sessions are welcome additions to the life of the Department and the assistant is expected to run at least one after school or lunchtime club, usually aimed at Years 7 and 8.
There may be an opportunity for the successful candidate to be involved in the wider school life if they wish to.
Requirements
Being a native speaker of German with an excellent level of English (B2 or above). Holding a degree or being in the final year of a degree, preferably in English and/or German Studies. Good organisational skills and ability to work alongside class teachers. Being reliable, responsible and well-organised. Interest in and ability to work with young people. To be open-minded and have a good sense of humour.
The School may be able to help with initial accommodation. The salary will be in line with the British Council rates for the academic year 2017-18.
Please send your CV, a cover letter, a copy of your academic records and the contact details of a referee at your university before 15th April 2017 to:
Astrid Abbott-Imboden (Head of German) [email protected]
Interviews will take place via skype between 24th and 28st April 2017.For more information about the school and the position, please visit our website
http://www.bancrofts.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/
Bancroft’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.