MFL Lead Practitioner

Teaching Personnel; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Portsmouth is seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Practitioner of Modern Foreign Languages to enhance teaching and learning within the MFL department. This full-time role, starting in September 2025, involves driving curriculum development, supporting staff, and ensuring inclusive education for all students. The successful candidate will be an inspiring leader committed to fostering a love for languages and improving student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading MFL teaching and curriculum development.
• Strong commitment to student achievement and inclusion.
• Ability to analyze data to drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Drive high-quality teaching and learning in the MFL department.
• Lead curriculum planning and development for MFL.
• Support professional development of teaching staff through coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Data Analysis

Coaching

Mentoring

Inclusive Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Modern Foreign Languages or related field

Job description

Full Time

Portsmouth

September 2025

Are you an exceptional MFL teacher with the vision, drive, and ambition to lead the development of outstanding teaching and learning across a thriving secondary school? Do you have a deep-rooted passion for languages and a commitment to unlocking every student's linguistic potential?

We are seeking an inspiring and dedicated Lead Practitioner of Modern Foreign Languages to join a vibrant and forward-thinking school community in Portsmouth from September 2025.

As Lead Practitioner of MFL, you will:

1. Drive the development of high-quality teaching and learning within the MFL department and support excellence across the wider curriculum.
2. Lead curriculum planning and development in MFL to ensure a broad, challenging, and engaging programme of study.
3. Be a visible and proactive leader of professional development, modelling outstanding classroom practice and supporting the growth of teaching staff through coaching, mentoring, and CPD delivery.
4. Use data intelligently to identify areas for improvement and implement effective strategies to raise attainment and achievement.
5. Support the implementation of whole-school priorities, particularly in areas of teaching and learning, assessment for learning, and curriculum innovation.
6. Play an active role in school self-evaluation and improvement planning, contributing to lesson observations, learning walks, and work scrutiny.
7. Provide guidance and support in the delivery of intervention strategies for underachieving students.

Additionally, you will:

1. Act as a form tutor, supporting the academic and personal development of students and contributing to the pastoral support structure.
2. Actively contribute to your assigned House group, promoting a culture of participation, community, and achievement.
3. Assist with the transition of students into and out of key stages, particularly between KS2 and KS3, and KS4 and post-16 pathways.
4. Support student voice initiatives, including feedback on teaching and learning and curriculum content.
5. Collaborate closely with SEND and EAL teams to ensure inclusive and accessible language learning for all.