Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Are you an experienced and passionate MFL teacher ready to take on a leadership role? Join us at an outstanding school in Sutton Coldfield, where you’ll lead our Modern Foreign Languages department to new heights of success!

Position: Head of Modern Foreign Languages (French & Spanish)

Location: Sutton Coldfield

School Rating: Outstanding – OFSTED

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: September 2024

About Us: We are a prestigious school located in Sutton Coldfield, renowned for our commitment to academic excellence and exceptional student outcomes. With an outstanding OFSTED rating, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential.

The Role: As Head of Modern Foreign Languages, you will lead and manage our dynamic MFL department, overseeing the delivery of high-quality French and Spanish language education. Responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the MFL department, setting ambitious goals and objectives to drive improvement and innovation.
• Leading a team of dedicated MFL teachers, providing support, guidance, and professional development opportunities to ensure the delivery of outstanding teaching and learning.
• Developing a challenging and engaging MFL curriculum that meets the needs of all students and promotes a love for languages.
• Monitoring student progress and attainment within the MFL department, implementing interventions and strategies to support the achievement of academic targets.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the school to promote cross-curricular links and enrich the language learning experience for students.
• Playing an active role in the wider life of the school, contributing to extracurricular activities, events, and school initiatives.

Requirements: The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant teaching qualification.
• Significant experience teaching French and Spanish at Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
• Proven leadership experience within an MFL department or similar role.
• A track record of achieving excellent results in MFL examinations, with a commitment to raising standards and driving improvement.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate colleagues and students.
• A passion for languages and a commitment to promoting cultural understanding and appreciation.
• The ability to lead and manage change effectively, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a high-performing MFL department within an outstanding school.
• Supportive leadership team and colleagues committed to your professional development and wellbeing.
• Access to excellent resources and facilities to support teaching and learning.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of students and contribute to their success.

If you are an ambitious and motivated MFL teacher with a passion for language learning and a desire to lead a successful department, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please submit your CV