MFL Faculty Leader

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional middle leader to join Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form (KNGS). KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding school and is part of the West Midlands Multi Academy Trust, has a comprehensive intake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, and is highly regarded in our local area and beyond. We achieve excellent academic and pastoral outcomes for students within a culture of care, concern and well-being for both students and staff.

The post is available from September 2026 on a permanent contract; full or part-time (0.8 or 0.9 FTE) applications will be considered.

Salary main or upper scale plus TLR 2 C £8,610 per annum

You will be joining KNGS at an exciting point in its journey. KNGS became a founding member of the West Midlands Academy Trust (WMAT) in January 2025. The formation of WMAT has been a very positive move for the continued development of the school. The post has arisen due to the retirement of the current postholder.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional leader and teacher of Modern Foreign Languages to join Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form. The Faculty Leader of MFL is a key Senior Middle Leadership role within our outstanding school and sixth form. The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner and language specialist with a proven track record of excellent teaching and leadership. You will have experience teaching French and Spanish to GCSE and at least one language to A Level, and the ability to inspire and lead an already successful, committed team. This role is central to the continued development and implementation of effective teaching and learning strategies, ensuring the best possible outcomes for all MFL students.

You will bring the vision, energy and organisational skills required to lead a thriving department. A confident communicator and positive role model, you will enjoy working collaboratively and be committed to professional development, both for yourself and for others. You will be passionate about languages, enrichment and pupil wellbeing, and thrive in a busy, high‑expectations environment where safeguarding and excellence are at the heart of school life.

In turn we offer excellent CPD within a supportive culture that is constantly seeking to improve learners’ experience, attainment and progress with the opportunity to teach students with a thirst for learning languages. So why join KNGS?

• A strong, supportive Senior Leadership Team committed to collaboration.

• A dedicated, talented staff who are committed to the ongoing development of the school.

• A school culture built on respect, ambition, and inclusion.

• Students who love their school and want to succeed academically and personally.

• Opportunities to shape strategic direction and make a real difference to students’ lives.

• A commitment to your own professional development and work life balance, whilst having the highest expectations of you as a leader.

• High-quality professional development and leadership growth opportunities.

• The support of a forward-thinking and collaborative multi-academy trust.

• Teacher’s Pension Scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme and a cycle to work scheme.

We hope that what you have read motivates you to find out more about our school and ultimately, apply for this role. Should you wish to discuss this opportunity prior to applying, please contact Mrs Sue Martin, MFL Faculty Leader via email [email protected] or on 0121 675 1305. The application form will include your supporting statement (this should not exceed 1200 words, you do not need to submit a separate covering letter), this should be submitted through the ‘My New Term’ website.

Should you have any questions about the application process, please email Mrs Wilson, PA to the Headteacher [email protected] Please note we do not accept CVs and only applications completed on the school’s application form will be considered.

Closing date: Completed applications should be submitted by 8am on Tuesday 12th May at 8.00 am.

Selection day: The selection day will take place week commencing Monday 18th May; date to be confirmed but this will be before the half term break .

Commitment to Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Practices: We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. WMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Online searches will be conducted as part of the pre-employment checks.

This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks, they will also be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks at enhanced level, along with other relevant employment checks. This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act, and therefore the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English will be required.