Head of MFL

Active Recruitment Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Braintree is seeking a Head of Modern Foreign Languages to join their leadership team from September 2025. This role offers the chance to shape a culture of language learning and drive excellence across French and Spanish. The ideal candidate will be an innovative educator with a strategic vision for the MFL department, committed to professional development and collaboration. Join a supportive leadership team and make a meaningful impact in a school that values global learning.

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Well-equipped classrooms

Focus on staff wellbeing

Opportunities for professional growth

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of MFL teachers.
• Ability to design engaging language curricula.
• Proven track record in driving teaching standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of MFL teachers.
• Design and deliver a progressive curriculum.
• Drive high standards in teaching and learning.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Design

Data Analysis

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Position: Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Location: Braintree, Essex

School Type: Mainstream Secondary School

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)

An exciting opportunity has arisen at a forward-thinking secondary school in Braintree, Essex, for a dynamic and experienced Head of Modern Foreign Languages to join the leadership team from September 2025.

This is more than a department lead role — it’s a chance to shape a culture of language learning that prepares students to thrive in a global society. The school are looking for an innovative and committed educator who can drive excellence across French, Spanish, or both, and bring a fresh, strategic vision to a well-established MFL department.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Head of MFL:

• Leading and developing a passionate team of MFL teachers across all key stages
• Designing and delivering a progressive and engaging curriculum that promotes linguistic fluency and cultural awareness
• Driving high standards in teaching and learning, with a focus on stretch, support, and inclusive practice
• Using data insightfully to track student performance and implement impactful interventions
• Championing professional development and mentoring within your team
• Collaborating with senior leaders to contribute to whole-school improvement

What the School Offers:

• A supportive and ambitious leadership team with a shared vision for continuous improvement
• Well-equipped classrooms and access to digital learning tools for language instruction
• A school culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth
• Opportunities to influence whole-school strategy and contribute to a wider leadership voice
• On-site parking and excellent local transport connections

Whether you’re a current subject leader ready to step into a broader leadership role, or an experienced Head of MFL seeking a fresh challenge, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a school that values global learning and academic excellence.

Ready to lead languages into the future? Apply now and bring your vision to life.