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Exciting Opportunity: Head of Modern Foreign Languages (French & Spanish) Wanted!
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
