Curriculum Leader of MFL

We are seeking an ambitious and inspirational Curriculum Leader of MFL to lead and develop an engaging, high-performing Modern Foreign Languages provision. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and creative practitioner who is passionate about languages, committed to raising standards, and eager to shape the future of MFL within a growing and forward-thinking school. As Curriculum Leader of MFL, you will be accountable for learner achievement across the department, leading teaching and learning to ensure excellent outcomes for all students. You will provide clear strategic direction for the MFL curriculum, ensuring it is ambitious, inclusive and responsive to student needs. You will lead and line manage a team of staff, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing departmental culture built on shared practice, professional growth and collective responsibility for outcomes. Through effective use of assessment, data analysis and intervention, you will drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning and ensure robust quality assurance processes, including reporting to parents and departmental self‑evaluation and development planning. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven track record of raising achievement and securing strong progress at KS3 and KS4. You will have strong subject knowledge and a clear understanding of current curriculum developments and best practice in MFL. The successful candidate will demonstrate: The ability to lead, motivate and inspire a team, with experience (or clear potential) in curriculum leadership Expertise in curriculum development, assessment and the effective use of data to improve outcomes Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills Creativity, enthusiasm and resilience, with a positive and flexible approach to change A commitment to professional development for yourself and others WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living. Generous annual leave  Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals  Enthusiastic and motivated students  An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development  A school with its community at heart  Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: peoplecallerton@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4. Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacan