Head of MFL - Maternity

Woodlands; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A high performing girls' grammar school in Sittingbourne seeks an experienced MFL lead to inspire students and enhance their potential. The role offers a dynamic working environment, professional development opportunities, and access to a private health care package. Ideal candidates are passionate teachers with a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Applications are invited until noon on January 19, 2026; early applications are recommended for immediate consideration.

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Private health care package

Kent Rewards Scheme

Qualifications

• Must have experience as an MFL teacher.
• Ability to combine passion for subjects with excellent classroom practice.
• Creative and ambitious colleagues encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Inspire highly able and well-motivated students to fulfil their potential.
• Make a substantial impact on the continuous improvement of the school.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Classroom practice

Creativity

Ability to inspire students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Overview

Highsted Grammar School are seeking to appoint a full time inspirational and passionate experienced MFL lead at our high performing girls’ grammar school.

We are looking for a teacher who has a passion for their subject/s, a desire to pass this on to students and an ability to combine this with excellent classroom practice.

Applications are invited from creative and ambitious colleagues who can make a substantial impact on our continuous improvement.

Benefits

• The opportunity to inspire highly able and well‑motivated students to fulfil and exceed their potential
• A dynamic and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Access to Kent Rewards Scheme – access to local and national retail discounts
• A non‑contributory private health care package supported by Benenden Health Care
• A competitive salary commensurate with experience

Contact

Please contact [e-mail] for further information about the post or visit our website to download further information and an application form

(Closing date noon 19th January 2026)

Early applications are encouraged as eligible candidates will be invited to the interview stage on a rolling basis and we may appoint before the stated closing date.

Highsted Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Highsted Grammar School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.