Head of Modern Foreign Languages

Oasis Academy Mayfield is seeking an ambitious and inspiring Head of Modern Foreign Languages to lead and further develop a thriving, MFL department within our academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced MFL teacher and aspiring or established middle leader to make a significant impact in shaping language learning, championing high standards, inclusion, and cultural enrichment.

About MFL at Oasis Academy Mayfield

We have established a firm foundation valuing the importance of Language. All students currently study French as core from Year Y7-11 and we are excited to work with the successful applicant to move the department forward and shape the future of languages at Mayfield.

As Head of MFL, you will:

• Lead, manage and inspire the MFL department

• Drive high-quality teaching and learning in KS3-KS4

• Develop and embed a rigorous, inclusive and engaging MFL curriculum

• Use data effectively to raise achievement and close gaps

• Promote languages through enrichment, extra-curricular opportunities and cultural capital

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), experience teaching MFL in a secondary school

• Proven ability to raise standards and improve outcomes

• Confidence using assessment data to inform teaching and intervention

• A track record of excellent teaching and learning and supporting and developing others

• Strong leadership potential and commitment to inclusive practice

Why Oasis Mayfield?

• Improving outcomes and ambition: languages are highly valued as a route to future success and opportunities

• Curriculum influence: as Head of MFL, you will shape language learning across the academy, creating a cohesive and progressive curriculum that builds confidence, fluency and cultural capital over time.

• Supportive leadership and professional growth: you will join a collaborative, values-driven leadership team that prioritises staff development, workload sustainability and shared accountability

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early application is therefore strongly encouraged. We may also conduct interviews ahead of the closing date if we receive an exceptional application.