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Head of MFL - French and Spanish

Job details
Posting date: 28 April 2026
Salary: £32,916 to £51,048 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 May 2026
Location: Braintree, Essex
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 213652

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Summary

Head of Modern Foreign Languages
(French and Spanish)
Start date: September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, inspirational and highly effective Head of Modern Foreign Languages to lead and develop our successful MFL department from September. The ideal candidate will be a specialist in French and Spanish, with the passion, subject expertise and leadership skills to drive high standards of teaching and learning across the curriculum.

The Role
As Head of MFL, you will:
· Lead, manage and develop the MFL department, promoting a love of languages and cultures
· Teach French and Spanish across Key Stages (including examination classes)
· Drive curriculum development and ensure strong progress and outcomes for all students
· Support and develop colleagues through coaching, mentoring and high-quality CPD
· Monitor and evaluate teaching, learning and assessment within the department
· Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold its values and ethos

The Successful Candidate Will:
· Be a qualified teacher (QTS) with strong subject knowledge in French and Spanish
· Have successful experience teaching MFL at secondary level
· Demonstrate proven or emerging leadership skills
· Be passionate about languages and committed to inclusive, high-quality education
· Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills

· Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

We Offer:
· A supportive and collaborative working environment
· Motivated students who are keen to learn languages
· Opportunities for professional development and career progression
· Competitive salary in line with experience (TLR available)

How to Apply
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