Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Full time

Permanent Contract

MPS/UPS plus TLR2a

A superb and exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, committed and enthusiastic teacher of Modern Foreign Languages to lead these subject at Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre. It is ideal for candidate to be able to teach both French and Spanish.

You will provide these subjects with sharp and focused leadership, developing the quality of teaching and ensuring high quality learning takes place. The Head of Department will also ensure that outstanding attainment and progress are secured at all Key Stages. Our new Head of MFL will be responsible for the ongoing effectiveness and development of your curriculum, where you will work closely with the Deputy Headteacher, Quality of Education to develop and review your curriculum offer for Modern Foreign Languages. To allow you to do this, you will be fully supported and will have the opportunity to collaborate with both your own department and other leaders on a regular basis. You will also be responsible for creating a happy, dynamic, innovative culture and ensuring all staff are performing to an outstanding standard and are happy and motivated in doing so.

Trinity High School is a very special learning community. Our HEART values of Happiness, Excellence, Ambition, Respect and Tolerance underpin our day to day work and visitors are always impressed by the warm, friendly and highly positive relationships that exist between staff and students. We are a friendly and caring community where students are encouraged to aim high, embrace challenge and develop resilience so that they can realise their talents and create their futures.

Our school motto, Excellence for All, encapsulates our vision for all students in our care. Our motto reflects both ambition and inclusivity and allows students to prosper because we have high expectations of their academic progress as well as their personal development. As they move through the school they grow into confident, articulate young adults who contribute selflessly to their families and their local communities

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has high expectations of pupil progress.
• Is passionate about education and developing a love of learning in students.
• Has the skills to work as Head of Department and collaboratively with the Modern Foreign Languages faculty.
• Can build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Is willing to embrace or bring new ideas to the school.
• Has ambition combined with a commitment to developing their own skills.

In return, you will have the advantage of:

• Joining a strong and dynamic team of professionals.
• Work in a school with high aspirations for all of its students and staff.
• Be provided with excellent career opportunities.
• Benefits including; Employee Assistance Programme, Salary Sacrifice Car and Bike To Work Schemes, and many more.

Closing Date: Monday 17th March 2025