About this Role
Swanshurst is a large outstanding school for girls aged 11‑19. Ofsted (May 2024) described it as an "exceptional place for pupils to learn" and called the curriculum "exemplary". The school is part of the newly formed West Midlands Academy Trust (WMAT), which opened in January 2025, and is one of the three founding members. We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Modern Foreign Languages to lead and further develop our vibrant and successful MFL department at our outstanding secondary school.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop the MFL curriculum, including sequencing and writing schemes of work that fulfil school requirements.
* Coordinate all aspects of curriculum delivery and quality assurance.
* Collaborate with other departments to share strong practice.
* Lead training sessions for staff on new curriculum developments and school teaching and learning priorities.
* Develop and deliver training to staff to develop subject knowledge and pedagogical knowledge.
Key Competencies
* Strong teaching track record and impact in KS3/KS4/KS5 MFL.
* Evidence of attainment and progress in key stages.
* Impact on curriculum development and the practice of others.
* Eagerness to develop leadership skills and vision for growth of colleagues.
* Excellent leadership, management and commitment to support youngsters.
* Drive to make a difference to every child at Swanshurst.
Qualifications & Eligibility
Expectations include teaching French and Spanish at Key Stage 3 and at least one of these languages at Key Stage 4/5; the department also teaches GCSE German and Arabic.
All candidates must meet immigration and safeguarding requirements. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and reference checks will be conducted.
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