Director of Learning: Modern Foreign Languages and EAL

We are looking for a Director of Learning: Modern Foreign Languages and EAL. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience.

We are determined to work towards the government’s ambition that 90% of children study the core academic subjects at GCSE. From September 2022 at least 50% of our students will study a modern foreign language at GCSE.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. 

You will have:

• The ability to teach MFL to GCSE Standard, currently the language taught is Spanish.

• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective
        targets

• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement

• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Academy prior to submitting their application. Please contact Ms Helen Allport to arrange a visit (gadrecruitment@darlaston.graceacademy.org.uk). 

If you have any specific queries about the role or the school, then please email our Associate Principal, Mrs Julie Anstey (JulieAnstey@darlaston.graceacademy.org.uk).