Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Location : Braintree, Essex

Salary : Competitive (TLR available, dependent on experience) + Teachers' Pension Scheme

Contract Type : Full Time, Permanent

Start Date : September 2025

Lead, Inspire, and Empower - Shape the Future of Languages as Head of MFL

Are you a passionate linguist with the vision and leadership to raise standards and foster a love of languages? Do you thrive on driving innovation, building successful teams, and helping students achieve their full potential?

Our client, a vibrant and inclusive mixed secondary school for students aged 11-18 in Braintree, Essex, is seeking an experienced and committed Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) to lead their dedicated department from September 2025. The school values academic achievement, creativity, and cultural awareness - making it an exciting place to take your next career step.

About the Role :

As Head of MFL , you will lead the department in delivering high-quality French and / or Spanish lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and potentially KS5. You will be responsible for curriculum planning, staff development, quality assurance, and raising pupil attainment in languages.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and inspiring teacher with strong subject knowledge and leadership potential to shape the strategic direction of the department and embed a culture of linguistic excellence.

What Our Client Offers :

A supportive and collaborative leadership team

A passionate and talented MFL teaching team

A commitment to CPD and middle leadership development

Engaged students with a growing enthusiasm for languages

A modern languages curriculum that embraces intercultural understanding

The opportunity to lead enrichment activities, international links, and language trips

What They're Looking For :

A qualified teacher of MFL (French and / or Spanish), with QTS

Proven experience of delivering outstanding MFL teaching and learning

Strong leadership skills and a vision for high-impact language education

A commitment to raising achievement and promoting languages across the school

The ability to mentor and motivate staff, as well as inspire students

If you are ready to lead a department where languages are valued and promoted, and you want to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic school community, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply :

Please send your CV to

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