Head of MFL

Felixstowe School  Head of MFL  Contract: Full time Permanent (Would consider part time)  Salary: MPR/UPR (£32,916 to £51,048) + TLR2b   Start Date: September 2026  Why this role matters? Our vision is for Felixstowe School to be a place where remarkable learning happens. The Head of MFL will be pivotal in making that vision a reality for our pupils. MFL is not an isolated subject: it opens cultural understanding, builds communication skills, strengthens aspiration and resilience, and directly supports our values of Inspiration (Aim High), Influence (Work Hard) and Integrity (Be Kind). You will lead a team that gives pupils the confidence to take intellectual risks, to engage respectfully with other cultures, and to leave school with the linguistic and cultural capital that widens life chances. This role is supported by a collaborative, experienced senior leadership team committed to high-quality curriculum implementation, staff development and pupil wellbeing.  We are looking for a dynamic and visionary Head of Languages to lead a thriving Modern Foreign Languages department and champion the power of language learning in shaping confident, globally aware young people. This is an opportunity to inspire curiosity, cultural understanding, and a lifelong love of communication beyond borders.  Core purpose.To provide dynamic, curriculum-led leadership for MFL so that every pupil is seen, challenged and supported to grow. You will design and implement a coherent, knowledge-rich MFL curriculum; secure consistently excellent classroom practice; and ensure strong progress and engagement for all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils, those with SEND and pupils with EAL.  Key responsibilities Leadership and vision  Articulate and lead a clear vision for MFL that aligns to the school’s mission and values and the current school improvement priorities (Assessment; Attendance; Inclusion; Curriculum Implementation). Promote a culture of high expectations where pupils are ambitious, resilient and curious about languages and cultures Be a passionate and ambitious practitioner with a clear vision for excellence in Modern Foreign Languages Promote a culture where languages are valued, visible and enjoyed across the school Curriculum and teaching Lead the design, sequencing and implementation of a carefully crafted MFL curriculum that ensures pupils accumulate and retain key knowledge and skills over time. Be an outstanding classroom teacher with the ability to teach Spanish up to GCSE. The ability to also teach French would be advantageous. Ensure curriculum intent, implementation and impact are coherent, evidence-informed and consistently applied across Key Stages 3–4 Embed effective assessment for learning and use assessment information to plan responsive teaching that secures progress for all cohorts (including Pupil Premium, SEND, EAL) Quality assurance and improvement Model and monitor