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Head of Department - MFL

Education Matters Group

Essex

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

An esteemed secondary school in Essex seeks a passionate Head of MFL to inspire and lead its dedicated languages department starting September 2025. This role involves guiding experienced teachers, shaping the curriculum, and promoting a love for languages among students in a supportive environment.

Benefits

High-quality CPD and leadership development
Clear progression pathways in curriculum leadership
Supportive and collaborative SLT
Well-resourced MFL department

Qualifications

  • Experience teaching French and/or Spanish in UK secondary schools.
  • Proven track record of strong classroom teaching.
  • Previous leadership experience or readiness for HoD role.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of French and/or Spanish across KS3 KS4.
  • Line manage and support MFL teachers.
  • Develop schemes of work and track pupil progress.

Skills

Classroom Management
Mentoring
Curriculum Development
Cross-Cultural Education

Education

PGCE with QTS

Job description

Job Title: Head of MFL (Modern Foreign Languages)
Location: Essex
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (Dependent on experience)

Are you an experienced and passionate MFL teacher ready to take the next step in your career?

A well-regarded secondary school in Essex is looking for a Head of MFL to lead its dedicated and growing languages department from September 2025. The school offers French and Spanish and is keen to further develop a love for languages across the student body.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a subject leader who wants to shape curriculum, inspire learners, and lead a dynamic team in a supportive and progressive school environment.

About the Role:
  • Lead the delivery of French and/or Spanish across KS3 KS4 (KS5 optional depending on experience)
  • Line manage and support MFL teachers, including mentoring ECTs
  • Develop schemes of work, track pupil progress, and raise achievement
  • Promote languages across the school and contribute to the wider curriculum
  • Foster a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and cultural appreciation
What the School Offers:
  • A supportive and collaborative SLT
  • A well-resourced MFL department with scope to innovate
  • High-quality CPD and leadership development
  • Clear progression pathways and autonomy in curriculum leadership
  • A diverse and motivated student cohort
Candidate Requirements:
  • PGCE with QTS essential
  • Experience teaching French and/or Spanish in UK secondary schools
  • A proven track record of strong classroom teaching and student progress
  • Previous leadership experience or a readiness to step into a HoD role
  • Passion for language learning and cross-cultural education
This is an excellent opportunity for a committed educator to lead and develop a key subject area within a supportive and ambitious school.

Apply Today Send your CV and brief cover letter to James at (url removed)

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