Head of languages

Job Title: Head of Languages (Secondary Schools)
Location: Rotherham
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate and experienced educator looking to lead and inspire in the field of Modern Foreign Languages? Our education recruitment agency is seeking an exceptional Head of Languages to join a dynamic team in Rotherham secondary schools. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to shape language learning and drive student success across a variety of key stages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to the Modern Foreign Languages department
• Develop and deliver a high-quality languages curriculum, ensuring excellent teaching and learning outcomes across French, Spanish, and other languages
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of language teachers, promoting professional development and best practices
• Foster a culture of academic excellence, ensuring all students are engaged and challenged
• Oversee departmental planning, assessment, and reporting to maintain consistent progress and achievement
• Ensure that teaching and learning are inclusive, innovative, and aligned with national standards
• Collaborate with senior leadership and other department heads to support whole-school initiatives

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of teaching Modern Foreign Languages
• Previous leadership experience, ideally in a Head of Department or similar role
• Proven ability to inspire and lead a team, promoting a collaborative and forward-thinking environment
• A passion for language education and the ability to engage students of varying abilities
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Up-to-date knowledge of the secondary school curriculum and relevant teaching standards

Working for Prospero Teaching you can expect to receive the following: –

• A competitive salary depending on experience
• Working with a team of dedicated and friendly consultants * Professional and organised structure
• 24-hour service
• A rewarding teaching environment
• Professional career development

Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore all applicants are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and full referencing prior to work

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.