We are delighted to be working on behalf of a prestigious Prep School for Girls in High Wycombe, seeking a passionate and dynamic Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) to lead the department, specialising in Spanish and French. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving and supportive school community and inspire a love of languages in girls from Years 3-8.
The successful candidate will take on a leadership role, guiding the MFL department and teaching both languages across all year groups, with a focus on preparing students for Common Entrance (13+) and Scholarship exams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the MFL department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning in both Spanish and French
- Teach Spanish and French across Years 3-8, following the National Curriculum and adapting lessons to meet the diverse needs of all learners
- Prepare students for Common Entrance (13+) and Scholarship exams, ensuring they achieve excellent outcomes
- Foster a love of language learning and develop cultural awareness through engaging and creative lessons
- Develop and maintain schemes of work, assessment strategies, and extracurricular activities related to languages
- Collaborate with other staff and departments to create a holistic and enriched learning environment
- Manage and support the professional development of language teaching staff, ensuring ongoing improvements within the department
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong academic background in Spanish and French
- Proven experience teaching Spanish and French to primary or prep school-aged pupils, including preparation for Common Entrance and Scholarship exams
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a small team of language teachers
- A passion for fostering a positive and engaging environment for learning languages
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents
- Commitment to the pastoral care and well-being of students
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a prestigious school with a strong academic tradition and an enriching environment for staff and pupils alike
- Lead a well-established department, inspiring the next generation of linguists
- Opportunity for professional development and career progression within a supportive school community
If you are an inspiring educator with a passion for languages and leadership, we would love to hear from you!
How to Apply: If you are passionate about teaching and are committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV.
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