Location: Braintree, Essex
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a dynamic and passionate MFL teacher ready to lead a dynamic department? Are you excited by the opportunity to shape language learning across Key Stages 3 to 5 and inspire a love for languages to young people?
We are seeking an outstanding Head of Modern Foreign Languages to join our thriving and supportive secondary school in Braintree. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to lead and develop our MFL provision, with a key focus on driving excellence in teaching and learning across the department.
About the Role:
· Lead and manage the MFL department (currently offering French and Spanish).
· Oversee curriculum development and implementation across KS3-KS5.
· Support and develop staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and high expectations.
· Monitor and track student progress, ensuring excellent outcomes for all learners.
· Promote cultural awareness and global citizenship through innovative teaching and extracurricular opportunities.
We are looking for someone who:
· Is an experienced and enthusiastic MFL teacher with a proven track record of strong classroom practice.
· Has experience (or a strong readiness) to take on leadership responsibility.
· Is committed to raising student achievement and developing a passion for languages.
· Brings energy, vision, and a positive, proactive approach to department leadership.
In return, we offer:
· A welcoming and inclusive school community with supportive colleagues.
· A clear focus on staff wellbeing and professional development.
· Opportunities to innovate and lead change within a forward-thinking school.
· Access to a comprehensive CPD programme and leadership development pathways.
If you are ready to make a significant impact and lead a successful MFL department to even greater heights, we would love to hear from you.
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Created on 30/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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