Curriculum Leader - Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Curriculum Leader - Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Full Time - Within the Main Pay Range - Upper Pay Range Plus TLR2B: £5,870 Permanent Contract Start Date: September 2026 Closing date: 9am Friday 08 May 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 13 May 2026 We advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received. Are you excited about teaching Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) and raising standards in a school, which strives for continuous improvement? Cavendish School wishes to appoint a dedicated and committed teacher and leader as part of our drive for outstanding teaching across the school. You should have the drive and enthusiasm to be proactive with extra-curricular clubs and activities. You will play a significant role in building on our current success in terms of pupil learning experience, outcomes and enrichment opportunities. This school offers: A permanent teaching role A strong and visionary leadership To be part of a vibrant community To be part of an exciting new environment in our all-through campus. A grading of ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted, 2025 Excellent CPD opportunities for all levels and interests Staff Wellbeing: a genuine focus on staff wellbeing Pupils who are motivated and keen to learn The ideal candidate will: Have initiative and ambition to lead and inspire staff and challenge and motivate our pupils Establish and maintain high standards Bring the curriculum alive through inspirational learning across the department Have the ability to think outside of the box Believe in creating strong, positive relationships with the children, developing them personally, socially, emotionally and academically Have a commitment to personal and professional development Be a team player who is supportive of colleagues The job role consists of: Responsibility for teaching in assigned curriculum areas Raising standards and promoting the vision, ethos, culture and policies of the school and department. Supporting the clear, cohesive leadership and direction in learning and teaching in the faculty area Ensuring that high standards of discipline and respect are evident throughout the faculty, supporting colleagues in line with school policies and practice Playing an active part in the monitoring of pupils’ behaviour for learning, alongside the Head of Faculty Supporting the leadership and teaching and learning across the faculty Demonstrating accountability through regular meetings with the Head of Faculty Demonstrating measurable impact of the work undertaken in the faculty Helping ensure all pupils, across all key stages engage in learning and maximise their potential Being involved in enrichment activities such as making a contribution to after-school clubs and visits Leaders in this school have created a positive and productive teaching and learning environment whe