THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSITION FOR THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST EMPLOYEES ONLY

Location:  Cromwell Community College, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire

Contract: Permanent, Full-time (Part-time would also be considered)

Salary: TLR1a - £10,174

Shape a language curriculum that opens doors and broadens horizons.

We are looking for a skilled and thoughtful Head of Modern Foreign Languages to lead and develop MFL at Cromwell Community College. This role sits at the heart of our commitment to high-quality teaching, strong curriculum thinking and ambitious outcomes for every pupil. As the Head of MFL, you will provide clear strategic direction, build an effective and supported team, and ensure a well-sequenced, inclusive curriculum that brings languages to life. This is an opportunity to influence practice, grow professionally and make a lasting difference for young people through the power of language learning.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for MFL, securing high-quality teaching and strong pupil outcomes.
• Develop, implement and review a well-sequenced, inclusive MFL curriculum and assessment approach.
• Lead, support and develop staff through coaching, monitoring and targeted professional development.
• Promote the subject across the academy, including enrichment, progression and links to future pathways.
• Manage resources effectively and work collaboratively with senior leaders and wider partners, including within the Trust.

Contact
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Vicki Walpole, HR and Recruitment Officer, at: vwalpole@cromwell.cambs.sch.uk

 The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.  With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs.  It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.