Lead Practitioner of Modern Foreign Languages
Full Time
Portsmouth
September 2025
Are you an exceptional MFL teacher with the vision, drive and ambition to lead the development of outstanding teaching and learning across a thriving secondary school? Do you have a deep-rooted passion for languages and a commitment to unlocking every student’s linguistic potential?
We are seeking an inspiring and dedicated Lead Practitioner of Modern Foreign Languages to join a vibrant and forward-thinking school community in Portsmouth from September 2025.
As Lead Practitioner of MFL, you will:
* Drive the development of high-quality teaching and learning within the MFL department and support excellence across the wider curriculum.
* Lead curriculum planning and development in MFL to ensure a broad, challenging, and engaging programme of study.
* Be a visible and proactive leader of professional development, modelling outstanding classroom practice and supporting the growth of teaching staff through coaching, mentoring, and CPD delivery.
* Use data intelligently to identify areas for improvement and implement effective strategies to raise attainment and achievement.
* Support the implementation of whole-school priorities, particularly in areas of teaching and learning, assessment for learning, and curriculum innovation.
* Play an active role in school self-evaluation and improvement planning, contributing to lesson observations, learning walks, and work scrutiny.
* Provide guidance and support in the delivery of intervention strategies for underachieving students.
Additional Responsibilities
* Act as a form tutor, supporting the academic and personal development of students and contributing to the pastoral support structure.
* Actively contribute to your assigned House group, promoting a culture of participation, community, and achievement.
* Assist with the transition of students into and out of key stages, particularly between KS2 and KS3, and KS4 and post-16 pathways.
* Support student voice initiatives, including feedback on teaching and learning and curriculum content.
* Collaborate closely with SEND and EAL teams to ensure inclusive and accessible language learning for all.
* Support the school’s behaviour for learning policies and uphold high expectations both in and outside of the classroom.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong academic background in MFL (French or Spanish essential; both desirable).
* A proven track record of outstanding teaching and student outcomes, ideally in a leadership or middle leadership role.
* A genuine passion for languages, global cultures, and educational excellence.
* The ability to inspire and lead others, building a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
* Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.
* A commitment to inclusive education and the ability to differentiate effectively.
* A drive to contribute to school life beyond the classroom, with a strong pastoral and community focus.
If you are excited by this opportunity and share our passion for inspiring young minds through languages, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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