Head of MFL

Head of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Cottenham Village College Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR 2D Contract: Full Time, Permanent Start Date: September 2026 Closing Date: 21st June 2026 About Us Cottenham Village College is a vibrant and high-performing secondary school located just north of Cambridge, committed to delivering a broad, knowledge-rich curriculum that empowers students to think critically, challenge ideas, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. The college prides itself on combining strong academic outcomes with exceptional pastoral care and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, ensuring every student develops both academically and personally. With consistently strong GCSE performance placing the school amongst the top 20% nationally for pupil progress, Cottenham offers a supportive, ambitious environment where staff are highly valued and supported through excellent professional development programmes. About the Role We are seeking an ambitious, passionate, and dedicated Head of MFL to lead and develop our Modern Foreign Languages department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher or aspiring middle leader to take the next step in their career and have a significant impact on curriculum, teaching, and student outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop the MFL department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across all key stages Drive improvements in student attainment and progress within MFL through effective monitoring and intervention Design and implement a knowledge-rich curriculum that inspires and challenges all pupils Lead and support staff within the department, including coaching, development, and performance management Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, and feedback strategies across the department Manage the day-to-day running of the department, including staffing, resources, and timetabling Monitor student progress and implement targeted strategies to secure strong outcomes Contribute to whole-school improvement priorities and strategic planning What We Are Looking For A highly effective and enthusiastic teacher of MFL with a strong track record of success Experience of leading or contributing to curriculum development and raising standards The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop both students and colleagues Strong organisational and leadership skills with the ability to manage competing priorities A commitment to high expectations, inclusion, and achieving the best outcomes for all learners A collaborative approach, with a desire to contribute to the wider life of the school A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people Why Join Us? A high-achieving and supportive school environment Access to high-quality professional development and leadership opportunities A collaborative and dedicated staff team Workload Reduction