Curriculum Leader of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

(with French as preference) 

Required 4th May 2026

(Teachers Pay Scale & TLR2a per annum)

Full Time - Maternity Cover

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Curriculum Leader with the ability and ambition to support the raising of standards, moving the academy towards our vision to become outstanding. You will be committed to high standards of learning and student progress and help students to achieve their potential.

Our extremely popular school is situated in leafy Compton Park, adjacent to the Wolves Academy training grounds,  with its wonderful open fields and sports facilities.  

Excellent behaviour and student progress for all are underpinned by our CARE  values (Calm - Aspirational - Respectful - Engaged) upheld by all who work or study at St Edmund’s.

The successful candidate will have leadership experience across MFL (GCSE & A level). Accreditation of AST/NPQML status or similar would be an advantage together with strong organisational and highly effective planning skills.  It is desirable for the successful candidate to have examiner experience, knowledge and understanding of the Ofsted inspection process.

You will: 

• be an excellent teacher of  their subject at KS3, 4 & 5 (with French as preference)

• have excellent communication and behaviour management skills

• be actively supportive of the Catholic values and beliefs of St Edmund’s and to make a positive contribution to the wider life of the school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

You are welcome to contact Mrs Letheren, Vice Principal at the Academy on 01902 558888.

Closing Date:  Monday 23rd February 2026 noon

(suitable candidates may be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application and we reserve the right to bring forward the  closing date in the event that the post is filled).

Interviews: TBC

St Edmund’s is part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Multi Academy Trust 

You can find out more at: www.sgacmat.co.uk