Head of Modern Foreign Languages - Holmfirth High School

Kirklees Council; Holmfirth, Thongsbridge; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Head of Modern Foreign Languages to inspire students and lead a dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, fostering a love for languages among eager learners. With a focus on high expectations and effective teaching practices, you will have the opportunity to shape the curriculum and develop the skills of both students and colleagues. If you are passionate about education and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you. Join a team committed to excellence and help cultivate a positive atmosphere where students thrive.

Benefits

Supportive colleagues

Fantastic students

Opportunity to work in a good school

Qualifications

• Record of effective classroom practice with high expectations.
• Ability to teach French, Spanish, or German.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Modern Foreign Languages department with high standards.
• Support and develop the current MFL team.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum knowledge

Teaching French

Teaching Spanish

Teaching German

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Head of Modern Foreign Languages - Holmfirth High School

Organisation: Schools

Directorate: Secondary Schools

Service Area: Holmfirth High School

Hours: 1.0 FTE

Number of Jobs: 1

Location(s): Heys Road, Holmfirth, HD9 7SE

Position type: Permanent

Grade: MPS/UPS + TLR 1A £9,782

To start: September 2025, this is an excellent opportunity for you to join our school, where aspiration, variety and a positive atmosphere are the foundations of our success.

Holmfirth High School is looking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and hardworking Head of Modern Foreign Languages to join our team.

You will:

1. Have a record of effective classroom practice based on high expectations of all students
2. Have excellent up to date curriculum knowledge
3. Have the ability to teach a combination of French, Spanish or German
4. Build on the strengths of our current MFL team
5. Demonstrate management, leadership and interpersonal skills

We offer:

1. Fantastic students who are keen to learn
2. Supportive colleagues
3. The opportunity to work in a good school

Completed applications should be returned to:

The Headteacher
Holmfirth High School
Heys Road
Thongsbridge
Holmfirth
HD9 7SE