Head of MFL

Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Newent Community School & Sixth Form Centre TLR 1a - An exceptional opportunity for an exceptional practitioner

At Newent Community School & Sixth Form Centre, we are on a determined and exciting journey to raise standards, strengthen the quality of teaching and learning, and ensure every student receives the ambitious, enriching education they deserve. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking an inspirational Head of MFL to lead our department with purpose, passion and HEART, Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.

We are proud of the dedication and hard work of our staff. They care deeply, strive relentlessly, and support one another to improve every day. Together, we are shaping a culture built on openness, high expectations, and a genuine belief that every member of our community can thrive.

Our students embody this ambition. They are polite, respectful and eager to learn. They rise to challenge, embrace opportunities and contribute positively to school life. With the right leadership, our MFL provision can empower them even further, broadening their horizons and opening doors to the wider world.

This is a pivotal role. We are committed to:

• Growing French at both GCSE and A-Level, ensuring students experience high-quality teaching that builds confidence, fluency and cultural understanding.
• Developing an additional language (such as Spanish) as an additional curriculum pathway, expanding choice and opening new opportunities for our learners.

We want an MFL leader who can shape a clear vision, drive up standards, and build a team where excellent practice is modelled, shared and continually refined.

The successful candidate will be line managed by the Assistant Headteacher responsible for Teaching and Learning, providing excellent access to the Senior Leadership Team. You will play a key role in the school's ongoing improvement journey. As the school enters its next phase of development, we are looking for middle leaders who are ambitious, forward-thinking, and who ultimately aspire to progress into senior leadership.

Because this role carries a TLR 1a, we are seeking the very best:

• A skilled linguist and outstanding classroom practitioner.
• A leader who inspires colleagues through integrity, expertise and kindness.
• Someone who embraces accountability and brings rigour to curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.
• A colleague who believes deeply in the ability of every child to achieve.
• A team-builder who fosters trust, collaboration and professional growth.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who will champion our HEART values and play a central role in the next stage of our school's improvement journey.

If you want to make a measurable difference, lead with purpose, and help shape a forward-looking MFL curriculum for ambitious and well-behaved students, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Newent Community School & Sixth Form Centre is a warm, vibrant community where staff and students work side-by-side to achieve excellence. Come and see our school in action, meet our hardworking staff and wonderful students, and discover how HEART shapes who we are and what we aspire to become.