Head of MFL (Spanish) – Lead Curriculum & Outcomes

Burnley High School; Padiham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash back plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to government pension schemes

Free parking

Training, mentoring and progression (e

Emerging Leaders programmes

Job summary

Burnley High School wishes to appoint a hardworking, enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Spanish who will also take on the responsibility of Head of MFL for the school. You will either already be a middle leader or a teacher with the ambition to move into leadership.

The role requires leading curriculum development, strategic MFL development across the school and ensuring high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment. A strong track record and leadership potential are expected.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Degree level in Spanish or an adequate post-degree conversion.
• Proven record or evidence from teaching practice of potential to help students reach high standards of learning and achievement.
• Consistently good or outstanding classroom practitioner as measured by student outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills across a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and re-prioritise workload when needed.
• A high level of self-awareness – knows strengths and weaknesses and can build positive working relationships.
• Excellent ICT skills for teaching.
• Ambition and vision to lead and develop a successful MFL department.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, designing and implementing an ambitious and well-sequenced MFL curriculum that meets the needs of all students.
• Leading the strategic development of MFL across the school.
• Ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and assessment within MFL.
• Monitoring student progress and implementing strategies to secure strong outcomes for all learners.
• Developing students' linguistic knowledge, cultural understanding and communication skills.
• Supporting the continued promotion and development of MFL as a key Burnley High School subject.
• Working collaboratively with senior leaders to drive improvement and raise achievement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

ICT for teaching

Leadership potential

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Spanish (or equivalent)

Job description

Burnley High School wishes to appoint a hardworking, enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Spanish who will also take on the responsibility of Head of MFL for the school. You will either already be a middle leader or a teacher with the ambition to move into leadership.

The role requires leading curriculum development, strategic MFL development across the school and ensuring high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment. A strong track record and leadership potential are expected.