Role Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and well-qualified Spanish and French specialist to lead the MFL department, with the ability to teach Spanish to A-Level and French to GCSE.

We are looking for someone who:

Has a passion for languages and teaching.
Can lead the MFL department including curriculum planning and implementation, assessment design and monitoring, responsibility for external exam entries and mock moderation, organising and leading trips abroad, seeking opportunities for students to participate in external events such as competitions or workshops.
Is an excellent classroom practitioner.
Has a strong academic background and subject knowledge.
Has a commitment to professional development and is fully informed of current educational initiatives relating to MFL.
Has great communication and exceptional organisation skills.
Has a commitment to the welfare of pupils.
Has a desire to be involved in the wider life of the school.

Modern Foreign Languages Department Information

The Modern Foreign Languages Department is a leading department at Francis Holland School and the largest department in the school. It consists of 10 teachers and is supported by 4 language assistants for French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

The department also provides additional teaching for students applying to Oxbridge or undertaking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). All members of the MFL department offer two MFL languages to GCSE level and beyond. The Department runs extra-curricular clubs and organises trips abroad and visits to plays and films throughout the year. The Head of Modern Foreign Languages directly oversees the work of the Heads of French, Spanish, German and Italian and also line manages the other members of the Department.

Being situated in central London, close to embassies, the French Lycée, and other cultural centres, as well as the City, we benefit from a cosmopolitan student intake. Many of our students come from bilingual or multilingual backgrounds, bringing a global perspective to the school. They are always eager to embrace new cultures and develop their language skills.

Modern Foreign Languages are highly popular at Francis Holland School, consistently achieving outstanding results at GCSE and A-level. French, German, Italian, and Spanish are offered at both GCSE and A-level, with all students beginning with two languages in Thirds (Year 7) and continuing with at least one language to GCSE. Results at GCSE level are among the best in the school, and we take pride in bucking the national trend of declining numbers at A-level.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application via My New Term. The closing date for applications is 10:00am on Wednesday 19th March 2025. The school reserves the right to interview early and appoint at any stage.

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