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Head of French – Outstanding Secondary
Job Posted: 18 hours ago
Salary: £ 38,766 - 60,092 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southwark, Greater London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are excited to be recruiting on behalf of a leading Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school in South London, which boasts one of the best pupil-to-teacher ratios of any mainstream secondary school in the region and smaller-than-average class sizes, allowing for truly impactful teaching and leadership.
The school is seeking a talented, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Head of French to join their thriving Modern Foreign Languages faculty. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Languages and the Heads of other language departments in what is an extremely successful and aspirational department.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate linguist ready to lead and inspire, while contributing to an ambitious and collaborative team. You will oversee the development of French across Key Stages 3–5, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement.
The School Offers:
* An exceptional MFL faculty with strong leadership and cross-language collaboration
* A rare pupil-to-teacher ratio that supports high-quality learning
* Smaller class sizes across all year groups
* A supportive, innovative school culture with excellent resources
* Clear pathways for career development and CPD
The Ideal Candidate Will:
* Hold QTS and a degree in French or a related subject
* Have a strong track record of success in teaching French, ideally including A-Level
* Demonstrate proven leadership skills or the potential to lead with impact
* Be committed to high standards and continuous improvement
* Be able to motivate and guide both staff and students to achieve their best
* Be passionate about promoting languages and international culture across the curriculum
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