Language Assistants – 2017/18

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

St Leonards is an HMC School situated in the vibrant, cosmopolitan university town of St Andrews, making the most of its special location. St Leonards has its own self-contained medieval campus in the heart of the town and is in the enviable position of offering an exceptional range of academic, sporting, musical and creative possibilities.

From its vantage point in one of the most inspiring locations in the UK, St Leonards provides an outstanding education - combining exceptional academic achievement with a happy,friendly atmosphere and a world of opportunity.

St Leonards is close to sandy beaches, historic landmarks and stunning countryside. Edinburgh and Dundee Airports are within easy reach - approximately an hour’s flight from London.

St Leonards has two sections: Junior from Years 1 to 7 (P1 to P7); and Senior from Years 8 to 13 (S1 to S6). The School is fully co-educational with over 500 boys and girls on the roll. 130 pupils are boarders. Around 20% of the school roll is international. The Sixth Form has 140 pupils. All Sixth Formers study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) after completing their IGCSEs/GCSEs in Years 10 and 11.

St Leonards has been an accredited IBDP school for over 10 years and the ethos of the IB permeates all sections of the School. The Junior School has 150 pupils and follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with the intention of achieving accreditation in September 2017. We are introducing the IB Middle Years Programme into Years 7, 8 and 9 with a view to accreditation in 2018.

Our IBDP average score is typically 33/34 and with typically over 80% of all Higher Level (HL) scores being 7/6/5 (equivalent to A*/A/B at A level). This compares with the global Diploma average of 29/30 points. We have been the top

performing A level/IB Sixth Form in Scotland for 2015 and 2016. No particular experience of teaching an IB programme is required and transition to IB is straightforward and very well-supported. Applicants are encouraged from Scottish, English or international systems.

For more information on the International Baccalaureate, visit the School web-site: stleonards-org.fife or ibo.org .

lANGUAGE assistantS (PART-TIME)

The Modern Languages departments at St Leonards have an impressive record of academic success. Nearly all students continue to higher education including leading universities around the world.

The departments follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. A wide range of cultural topics are studied including aspects of the modern French-speaking world.

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and inspirational part-time Language Assistants to assist our teaching staff. The posts would suit mother tongue speakers of German, French and Spanish. A genuine enthusiasm for the subject/language and a desire to communicate this to our pupils is essential. Experience of teaching the particular syllabi is not essential.

These posts are offered on a fixed term basis for one academic year; 2017/18. Details are as follows:

·  German Language Assistant; 3 hours per week.

·  French Language Assistant; 12 hours per week.

·  Spanish Language Assistant; 5 hours per week.

These posts are reimbursed at a rate of £11.86 per hour.

competencies
The successful candidates will be able to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrate experience of engaging and interacting with young people and have excellent organisational skills.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete the application form and return together with a covering letter by email to Gill Morgan, HR Officer:

or by post (marked private and confidential) to:

Gill Morgan, HR Officer,
St Leonards School,
St Andrews,
Fife,
KY16 9QJ

Closing date: Sunday 10 September (5.00pm)