Head of Modern Languages

The Independent Schools Council; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Beacon School in Sevenoaks seeks a Head of Modern Languages from April or September 2027 to lead a dynamic department and uphold high academic standards. The role focuses on strategic leadership of Modern Languages across the school.

The successful candidate will inspire pupils and staff, drive curriculum development for French as core language and any additional languages, and prepare students for Common Entrance, Scholarship and Senior School entrance exams.

Qualifications

• Outstanding leadership in education and curriculum development.
• Ability to inspire pupils and staff with high academic standards.
• Experience with entrance exams such as Common Entrance and Scholarships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Modern Languages department with strategic direction.
• Oversee teaching quality, assessment, and progression across languages.
• Collaborate with school leadership to ensure language provision supports school-wide aims.

Job description

The New Beacon School is a leading day and boarding prep school for boys aged 2-13, with a co-educational nursery, renowned for its commitment to excellence in education, sport and the arts.

The School is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Head of Modern Languages for April or September 2027 to lead and develop an ambitious, inspiring, and academically rigorous Modern Languages department.

The successful candidate will be a passionate educator, able to inspire pupils and staff and committed to high academic standards, including preparation for Common Entrance, Scholarship and Senior School entrance exams, ensuring that the School delivers a outstanding provision in French, as the core language, with the capacity to offer one or two additional languages.

The Head of Modern Languages will bring strategic leadership, excellent subject knowledge, and a passion for promoting language learning across the School.

The School is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff.

The New Beacon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.