Job Description

Outwood Academy Foxhills - Head of MFL Department
Required from Easter 2026 (September 2026 start considered for the right candidate)

We seek an enthusiastic and innovative Head of Modern Foreign Languages with the imagination and energy to drive excellence in the MFL department of an outstanding school where success in languages is a clear focus. We currently offer French and Spanish to GCSE, with Y7 students following our dual language curriculum. This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent teacher and inspiring leader, committed and passionate about providing young people with the best possible education whatever their background or ability. Leadership experience is not essential, but applicants must be able to demonstrate the skills required to lead a department.





Outwood Academy Foxhills is one of 28 Secondary Academies in Outwood Grange Academies Trust. You will have access to excellent opportunities for professional development at all levels, and with scope to build a career across a range of schools. You will work closely with our dedicated team of School Standards and Improvement Partners in MFL who co-design the curriculum, provide model lesson resources, deliver subject specific CPD and offer in school support to ensure that quality teaching and learning leads to outstanding outcomes for all students.



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If you are interested, please apply now! We invite you to contact Jessica Hofheinz (j.hofheinz@outwood.com) or Kathryn Elliott (k.elliott@outwood.com) should you have any questions or require further details. A visit to the school is encouraged and can be arranged if required.

What will we do for you?
A competitive salary with pay progression A fantastic pension and additional benefits Flexible family friendly policies from day one Wellbeing strategy and Employee Assistance Programme Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)
Further information on employee benefits can be found here.
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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.