Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Thank you for your interest in the Head of MFL vacancy here at Torquay Girls’ Grammar School (TGGS).

TGGS is a girls’ 11-18 selective Academy which has the core aim of preparing our students for their next steps in life.

Our school vision is:

To equip students for a future in which they have the academic qualifications, character skills and high self-esteem to make decisions that lead to long, happy and content lives.

A rare opportunity has arisen for a dynamic leader to join a successful and flourishing MFL department. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner whose passion and subject knowledge promotes students’ enjoyment of languages throughout Key Stage 3 to 5. You will have expertise in teaching across the ability range from Year 7 to Year 13, providing challenge for the most able students as well as ensuring effective support where needed. 

Our MFL department currently teaches French and German and we hope to introduce Spanish to the curriculum from September 2023. Our ideal candidate would be a specialist teacher in German and/or Spanish, but other modern languages would be considered. The successful candidate will liaise effectively with the Head of French.

With proven leadership ability, you will lead and manage the MFL team to deliver high quality teaching and learning, maximising student progress.

The MFL Department at Torquay Girls’ Grammar School is a dynamic and collaborative team. We enjoy working together to design and deliver an exciting curriculum that engages our students and promotes enjoyment of the subject. 

Learning in the MFL department is active and lively. We encourage students to be independent in their thinking and to communicate their ideas confidently, asking questions, challenging ideas and using modern technology for both research and presentation purposes.  Our aim is to enthuse students through our own passion for languages, nurturing both their critical and creative skills. Across all key stages, we provide opportunities that enhance our students’ experience of MFL.

This is a permanent, full-time contract starting in September 2023. A part time contract may also be considered for an outstanding candidate.

If you would like to discuss the role or visit the school before applying, please contact Sarah Forster, Headteacher via lrumbelow@tggsacademy.org (Headteacher’s PA) or our HR department (personnel@tggsacademy.org)

To Apply 

Please complete the TES application form via the ‘Quick Apply’ button below, including in your supporting statement why you are the best candidate for the role along with describing your skills and experience. 

The deadline for applications is 9am, Tuesday 18th April 2023. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Tuesday 25th April 2023.

TGGS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be taken up for all shortlisted applicants, and the successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and other employment checks, including online searches. TGGS promotes equal opportunities for staff and students.