Head of MFL – Shape Linguistic Excellence in Top Ricmond School

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and drive world-class language learning? This Head of MFL position in Ricmond is a rare opportunity for a visionary linguist with the ambition to make an enduring impact. Join a distinguished secondary school where your leadership will spark passion for languages, cultivate outstanding results, and elevate cultural capital. Ambitious, high-performing educators who live and breathe MFL—your moment is now.

As Head of MFL, you will champion innovative pedagogy and shape the direction of a much-admired MFL department. You’ll experience career-defining CPD, work in a vibrant school community that values expertise, and steer change with the backing of exceptional facilities. This outstanding Ricmond school is deeply committed to student achievement and staff progression—a destination for driven middle leaders seeking to raise the bar in languages.

Key Highlights:

• Head of MFL: Lead a thriving, dynamic languages faculty
• Up to £220 per day DOE – among the best rates for Ricmond heads
• Located in Ricmond: easy access, exceptional amenities, vibrant locale
• School Ofsted: Good to Outstanding – setting benchmarks for language excellence
• Unmatched CPD: bespoke leadership training, global networking opportunities
• Outstanding for aspiring or established department heads ready for senior progression
• Cutting-edge digital MFL resources; immersive study-trip programmes; inclusive ethos

What You'll Be Doing:

• Creating and delivering an ambitious vision for the MFL department
• Modelling exceptional teaching & learning in French, Spanish, and/or German
• Developing curriculum innovation for Key Stages 3–5
• Coaching, mentoring, and leading a motivated team of MFL specialists
• Analysing data to drive pupil progress and maintain high standards across all cohorts
• Establishing partnerships with feeder schools and international networks

Ideal "Head of MFL" for this Ricmond School:

• UK-trained linguist holding QTS and a passion for transformative leadership
• Proven track record of Good or Outstanding classroom outcomes
• ECTs with high-impact placements or ambitious, experienced MFL practitioners
• Data-driven, culturally aware, and keen to influence whole-school literacy
• Dynamic team leader committed to inspiring both students and staff

Why Join This Ricmond School?:

• Exceptional support from a forward-thinking senior leadership team
• Purpose-built language suites and advanced language labs
• Culture of collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect
• Clear pathways to Assistant Head or School Leadership for outstanding Heads of MFL
• Regular international trips, visiting speakers, and whole-school initiatives

Bring your expertise, ambition, and passion for languages to a Ricmond institution that takes pride in excellence, empowers its staff, and celebrates academic success. Interviews for this prestigious Head of MFL post are ongoing—seize this unparalleled opportunity and take the next step in your leadership journey today.

How to Apply

Seize this standout chance to shape the future of languages at Richmond—applications are being considered as soon as they arrive, and interview slots are filling quickly. If you’re driven to lead and inspire, don’t wait: submit your application today for immediate review and the opportunity to make your mark in our dynamic all through school environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!