Head of MFL

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher of MFL looking for a new challenge in an Outstanding Trust? Come and join our team at Outwood Academy Adwick!

We are seeking a Head of Modern Foreign Languages with the drive, imagination and energy to deliver excellence in the MFL department in a school where success in languages is a clear focus. You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of ‘Students First’. You will ensure effective teaching and learning is in place in MFL to ensure outstanding outcomes for students and increased numbers studying MFL at GCSE.

Outwood Academy Adwick is one of 22 Secondary Academies in Outwood Grange Academies Trust. Being part of the Trust means that all staff have access to excellent opportunities for professional development at all levels, with scope to build a career across a range of schools. In MFL there is a dedicated team of Directors who provide subject specific CPD and in school support to ensure that quality teaching and learning leads to outstanding outcomes for all students.

An excellent knowledge and understanding of modern foreign languages is essential. The MFL Department at Outwood Academy Adwick currently offers Spanish in Years 7 & 8 and Spanish & French to GCSE. Therefore, successful applicants will offer Spanish as a main language and knowledge of French to GCSE is desirable. We are looking for an excellent teacher and inspiring leader who has high aspirations for both staff and students, who is committed and passionate about providing young people with the best possible education whatever their background or ability. 

If you care about the success of all students, and have the energy to make that vision a reality, we would welcome your application. Leadership experience is not essential, but applicants must be able to demonstrate the skills required to lead a department.

We invite you to contact Jessica Thomas (j.thomas@outwood.com) should you have any questions or require further details. A visit to the school is encouraged and can be arranged if required.

For more information and to apply online, please go to: www.outwood.com > Careers.

Closing date: Midday on 15 March 2021.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment will be subject to enhanced DBS Check.