Head of MFL - Grammar School in Trowbridge September 2025

Are you an ambitious and experienced language educator seeking a leadership role

Do you aspire to shape and drive the MFL curriculum in a highachieving grammar school

Job Overview

Our client a prestigious grammar school is seeking a Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) to lead their thriving department from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate linguist to oversee the French Spanish and German curriculum ensuring students across KS3 to KS5 develop linguistic fluency cultural appreciation and a love for languages.

As Head of MFL you will provide strategic leadership mentor a team of dedicated language teachers and foster an engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to excel. Working within a highperforming and academically ambitious school you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the outstanding language provision.

The School

This renowned grammar school has a longstanding reputation for academic excellence intellectual curiosity and student success. With a selective intake of highly motivated and capable students the school offers a stimulating and rewarding environment where both students and staff thrive.

The MFL department is a key part of the schools curriculum with languages being highly valued by students and parents alike. The schools commitment to broadening cultural horizons ensures that languages remain at the heart of a wellrounded education supported by regular trips exchanges and immersion opportunities.

The school is known for its exceptional teaching standards outstanding results and supportive ethos. Staff enjoy a collaborative and innovative teaching environment where professional growth and continuous development are actively encouraged.

Why Join This Grammar School

The school offers an excellent range of benefits and opportunities including:

• Leadership Development: Access to CPD and senior leadership training.
• Outstanding Students: Teach and inspire highly motivated and engaged learners.
• WorkLife Balance: Familyfriendly policies and flexible working arrangements.
• Enrichment & Travel Opportunities: Support for international trips and cultural exchanges.
• Modern Resources & Facilities: A wellequipped department with stateoftheart language learning tools.

Key Responsibilities

As Head of MFL you will:

• Lead and manage the MFL department ensuring high standards of teaching and learning across all languages.
• Oversee curriculum planning development and assessment from KS3 to KS5 ensuring alignment with national standards and best practices.
• Foster a culture of excellence and enthusiasm for language learning ensuring high student engagement and achievement.
• Support and mentor a team of language teachers driving professional development and innovation in language pedagogy.
• Organize language enrichment activities including cultural trips exchanges and extracurricular clubs.
• Ensure strong examination results at GCSE and ALevel supporting students to achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with school leadership to enhance the schools MFL provision and global outlook.

Head of MFL Experience & Qualifications

To be considered for this role you must have:

• A degreelevel qualification in French Spanish German or a related subject.
• A formal teaching qualification with QTS (e.g. PGCE).
• Proven experience in teaching MFL at KS3KS5 with a strong track record of excellent student outcomes.
• Previous experience in department leadership or curriculum development (or the potential to step into a leadership role).
• Excellent organizational communication and leadership skills.
• A passion for promoting language learning and cultural awareness.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Application

If you are an ambitious and forwardthinking MFL specialist eager to lead a successful department in an outstanding grammar school we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and cover letter as soon as possible to be considered for this exceptional leadership opportunity.