The de Ferrers Academy - Deputy Director of Learning for Modern Foreign Languages

The de Ferrers Academy 

Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL

The de Ferrers Academy is part of the Affinity Learning Partnership, a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust located in Staffordshire and Derbyshire. Our trust comprises of three secondary academies and four primary academies, united in our commitment to excellence in education.

Building on a decade as a Specialist Technology College, de Ferrers transitioned to Academy status in January 2011. Since then, it has evolved into a thriving, split-site, co-educational institution, serving students aged 11 to 18. In 2015, The de Ferrers Academy proudly became the founding school of the Affinity Learning Partnership.

Our vision is to provide every child and young person in our care with the opportunity to excel and reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability or background.

At The de Ferrers Academy, our values are simple yet powerful: work hard, be kind, and choose wisely. We are privileged to be part of a vibrant community where we positively impact the lives and futures of children every day.

The Candidate

Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a real impact? We are seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking professional to join our team as Deputy Director of Learning for Modern Foreign Languages. With your proven experience in leading teams and driving curriculum excellence, you will play a key role in shaping the future of education in our academy. If you are a qualified teacher with the ability to teach French and/or Spanish, and you have a passion for mentoring, supporting colleagues, and delivering outstanding results, this is your opportunity to shine.

We’re looking for someone with exceptional interpersonal skills who thrives on building strong, collaborative relationships. Your ability to remain calm under pressure, think strategically, and embrace opportunities for growth will make you a driving force within our faculty. A commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-performing, and supportive environment is essential, as is your dedication to ongoing professional development.

This is more than just a role; it’s a chance to lead by example, inspire others, and make a lasting difference. If you’re ambitious, passionate about education, and ready to embrace a rewarding leadership challenge, we want to hear from you!

Continuing Professional Development

The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve.  We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

Benefits Package

Affinity Learning Partnership strives to be an 'Employer of Choice' and is committed to the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Leader's listen to all stakeholders and are proactive in looking after our best resource - our staff. We are proactive in ensuring a work life balance is maintained offering an excellent benefit package which includes:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• BHSF Healthcare Scheme
• Eye Care Voucher Scheme
• Flu Vouchers

Applicants for positions are welcome to visit the Academy by contacting the Academy on 01283 247700.

How to Apply:

Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.

Closing date: 6 February 2025

Interview date: 14 February 2025

Start date: 1 September 2025

You can apply directly to the Trust People Team via the Trust website www.affinitylp.co.uk or email your application to careers@affinitylp.co.uk. You must complete an application form to be considered. Due to safeguarding reasons we cannot accept C.Vs.

Please note: Completed applications should be received by 9:00am on the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

If you do not hear back after 5 working days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

If you would like to discuss the role, or have any other queries, please contact 01283 247700 and ask to speak to Sarah Wain, HR Officer

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.