Head of Department - MFL - Full-time

Situated in East Malling, our school has a rich history of providing a supportive and nurturing environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
We believe in the power of education to transform lives and empower individuals to reach their full potential. Our dedicated team of staff is committed to creating a dynamic and supportive learning experience that prepares students for a successful future.
Join us in our mission to inspire and equip our students with the skills, knowledge, and character values they need to excel in an ever-changing world. Become a part of our vibrant community and contribute to our legacy of educational excellence.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an outstanding individual to join us as the Head of Department for Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)., + Curriculum Leadership: Lead and shape the MFL curriculum, fostering a dynamic and enriching learning environment.
+ Team Leadership: Inspire and manage a team of dedicated MFL teachers.
+ Strategic Vision: Develop and implement a strategic vision for the department, driving continuous improvement.
+ Operational Excellence: Ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the MFL department.
+ Student Engagement: Motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential in MFL.
+ Cross-Curricular Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to enhance the overall school experience.
+ Curriculum Development: Contribute to the ongoing development of the IB Programmes of Study and the wider curriculum.

We are seeking a passionate, energetic, and driven professional committed to enhancing MFL education at The Malling School. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualities:
+ Effective Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
+ Collaborative Spirit: An ability to foster strong professional relationships.
+ Inspiring Leadership: A talent for motivating and guiding students and staff.
+ Student-Centric: A dedication to the happiness and well-being of our students.
+ Curriculum Enthusiast: A passion for advancing our IB programmes and the broader curriculum.

At The Malling School, we are dedicated to providing a holistic education, nurturing the complete student. Our strong culture, robust behaviour systems, and Ofsted-rated "Good with Outstanding Features" environment provide a solid foundation for our students' success.

A mixed 11-19 co-educational High School of 1,000 pupils serving the historic market town of West Malling and surrounding villages. The school is set in pleasant rural surroundings and has its own lake and extensive grounds. It was completely re-built in September 2007 and therefore has outstanding facilities.
West Malling is close to the county town of Maidstone and has excellent rail links to London and Ashford International (for the Continent).
This is an exciting time to be joining the staff of The Malling School.
We are dedicated to providing a holistic education, nurturing the complete student. Our strong culture, robust behaviour systems, and Ofsted-rated "Good with Outstanding Features" environment provides a solid foundation for our students' success.
We provide a very supportive environment in which staff can further develop their skills and we ensure every new member of staff has access to a trained coach. With close teams of teachers and non-teachers working together we take a collaborative approach to school improvement and have a shared aim of providing the very best education for our pupils.