Curriculum Leader of Modern Foreign Languages (Uckfield College)

East Sussex County Council; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent local education authority in Uckfield is seeking an inspirational leader for the MFL department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and be committed to high standards of student progress, leadership, and innovation. This role offers a unique opportunity to teach A-Level MFL and be part of a strategic leadership team, with extensive professional development support available. Competitive benefits include a pension scheme and various wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Extensive professional development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching A-Level MFL.
• Ability to drive student progress.
• Strong commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Drive high standards of student progress.
• Lead the MFL department.
• Contribute to college strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

High standards in education

Innovative teaching

Passion for MFL

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Details

Hours of work: Full-time Teachers Hours

Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: 09:00am Wednesday 07 January 2026

Required for 01 September 2026

Contact Information

Uckfield College
Downsview Cres, Uckfield TN22 3DJ
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.uckfield.college
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About Uckfield College

Uckfield College is a highly successful and popular secondary school, set in the heart of rural Sussex yet within easy commuting distance of Brighton, Eastbourne, and the South Coast. The College is an excellent working environment characterised by happy, well‑motivated students and innovative and enthusiastic teachers. Following our inspection in April 2024, Uckfield College was awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by Ofsted, both as the overall judgement, and in each of the different categories that are evaluated.

Role Overview

We are seeking an inspirational, ambitious, and strategic leader who views this role as the next step toward senior leadership. You will be passionate about driving high standards of student progress and be an innovative force for excellent teaching and learning across the MFL department. The post offers a fantastic opportunity to teach and lead A-Level MFL, setting the standard for post‑16 success.

The successful candidate will articulate and deliver a compelling vision for an excellent MFL education for all students. You will also be an integral part of our dynamic leadership team across the College, contributing to whole‑college strategic initiatives and shaping our outstanding culture. We are deeply committed to 'growing our own' leaders, and you will receive extensive professional development, including mentorship, coaching, and full support for undertaking qualifications such as the NPQSL, providing the challenge and support needed to learn, develop, and thrive.

Benefits

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Free on‑site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling services
• Wellbeing initiatives, such as staff breakfasts, free sports activities, and social events

For further details and a full application pack, please contact our Human Resources Team on extension 1008, quoting reference CLMFL/01/26, or visit our website. Completed applications can be returned via email.

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and to close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable applications. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

East Sussex County Council is an authority committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.