Subject Lead Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages

We are delighted to invite applications for the role of Curriculum Lead of Modern Foreign Languages at George Pindar School. This is a full-time, permanent position and an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and passionate teacher to lead and shape the future of languages within our school.

George Pindar School is an 11-16 secondary school in Scarborough with a strong sense of community, our staff are #proudtobepindar. This is a particularly exciting time to join us, with student uptake in languages at GCSE set to be the highest it has been in three years for 2025/26.

Modern Foreign Languages is a small, supportive department with strong backing from senior leaders. As Curriculum Lead, you will play a key role in driving the vision for languages, inspiring both students and colleagues, and further raising the profile of MFL across the school. Languages are celebrated widely through initiatives such as our after-school Culture Club, partnerships with organisations including GCHQ, and planned international trips.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who can teach French to Key Stage 4 and is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging lessons. You will have the opportunity to build on our well-resourced Key Stage 3 curriculum, shaping its development in line with current specifications and best practice, while bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the department.

At George Pindar, we value creativity and encourage new approaches to teaching and learning. Our curriculum is designed to broaden students’ horizons and enhance their cultural capital. Assessment is centrally planned to ensure consistency and to support a manageable workload, allowing staff to focus on what matters most, excellent teaching.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring or experienced middle leader to make a real impact within a supportive and forward-thinking school.

What we can offer:

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team

• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development

• Teachers Pension scheme

• Occupational Health

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free on site Parking

Job Details

Subject: Modern Foreign Languages

Position Type: 1.0 FTE, Permanent Post

Line Manager: Principal

Travel Required: Occasional

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.