Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Summary:

Head of Modern Foreign Languages opportunity at a thriving school. Lead a dynamic department and inspire students.

About the School:

A school with a strong commitment to student success, inclusivity, and academic excellence. It offers a broad curriculum, rich extracurricular activities, and a supportive community for all students.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Modern Foreign Languages, you will lead a passionate department and inspire students to achieve excellence in language learning. This is a chance to shape the future of language education and support students in reaching their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide inspirational leadership to ensure high-quality teaching and accelerated student progress.
• Lead on curriculum development and enrichment opportunities to enhance student engagement.
• Monitor and evaluate teaching practices to support continuous improvement and innovation.
• Set and monitor targets for staff and students, ensuring outstanding outcomes and academic success.
• Develop and implement intervention strategies to support student achievement and progress.
• Promote collaborative working within the faculty, across departments, and within the trust.
• Ensure lessons are fully differentiated to support students of all abilities and backgrounds.
• Refine and develop schemes of work to reflect the evolving nature of the subject and new specifications.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified teacher with a strong subject specialism in Modern Foreign Languages.
• Demonstrable experience in improving student outcomes and achieving high academic results.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate staff.
• Commitment to developing innovative teaching practices and promoting a stimulating learning environment.

Preferred

• Experience in curriculum development and leading a department.
• Familiarity with the latest teaching methodologies and resources.
• Experience with Teaching English as a Second Language or other language teaching approaches.
• Strong record of achieving A and A* grades at A-Level and 7–9 grades at GCSE.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Extensive professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment with a focus on wellbeing.