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Quokka Education; Gosport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Gosport is seeking a Head of Modern Foreign Languages to cover a one-year maternity post from January 2026. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience teaching languages, particularly French. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire in a supportive environment focused on continual improvement and excellence in teaching.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching French to GCSE, A-Level teaching is desirable.
• Ability to teach Spanish and/or German is desirable but not essential.
• Strong passion for languages and student success.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver engaging MFL lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Support the department with curriculum planning and assessment.
• Drive departmental improvement and share best practices.
• Work closely with senior leadership on teaching standards.
• Inspire colleagues and students with passion for languages.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Passion for languages

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Are you an ambitious MFL Teacher ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for languages and the confidence to lead and inspire a team? Quokka Education is delighted to be supporting a rapidly improving secondary school in the Gosport area, rated 'Good' in all areas, in their search for a Head of Modern Foreign Languages to cover a one-year maternity post from January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced language teacher or an aspiring middle leader who's ready to take on a new challenge in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering engaging MFL lessons across KS3 and KS4 (with the ability to teach A-Level desirable but not essential)
• Supporting the department with curriculum planning, assessment, and teaching strategies
• Driving continued departmental improvement and sharing best practice across the school
• Working closely with senior leadership to maintain high standards of teaching and learning
• Inspiring colleagues and students through your passion for languages and commitment to excellence

Qualifications

This is a superb opportunity for someone who thrives on collaboration, enjoys taking initiative, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to a department on an exciting upward journey.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching French to GCSE (A-Level desirable)
• The ability to teach Spanish and/or German (desirable but not essential)
• A genuine passion for languages, culture, and student success
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills