Head of MFL

Summary:

Head of MFL (0.8 days per week) – lead and develop the Modern Foreign Languages department.

About the School:

Located in a rural setting, the school has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and a strong community ethos. It provides a supportive and inclusive environment where students and staff thrive.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of MFL to lead and develop the Modern Foreign Languages department. This role involves coordinating language teaching across Key Stage 3 and 4, with a focus on French and Spanish. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the language curriculum and inspiring students to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the Modern Foreign Languages department across Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Deliver high-quality French and Spanish teaching at GCSE level.
• Develop and implement a curriculum that promotes language learning and cultural awareness.
• Support and mentor other language teachers within the school.
• Monitor and assess student progress to ensure consistent academic achievement.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate language learning across the curriculum.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement.
• Stay up to date with developments in language teaching and pedagogy.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified teacher with a subject specialism in French and Spanish.
• Proven experience teaching French at GCSE level.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Preferred

• Experience in curriculum development and departmental leadership.
• Familiarity with teaching Spanish in a senior school setting.
• Experience with bilingual or multilingual education.
• Strong knowledge of modern language teaching methodologies.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to a range of staff benefits and wellbeing initiatives.