Head of MFL
St Bede's Catholic College, Bristol, BS11 0SU8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
10 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
2 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- French, Languages, Spanish
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M4 - UPS3 plus TLR2c
Additional allowances
TLR2c
What skills and experience we're looking for
The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to outstanding teaching and learning, will enjoy working with young people, and will have high expectations of themselves, colleagues and students. They will have the ability to motivate and inspire others, fostering a culture of collaboration, ambition and excellence across the faculty.
The successful applicant will provide clear strategic leadership, building on the high-quality teaching and learning already established at the College, while driving curriculum innovation and inclusive practice. Working closely with colleagues, they will nurture students’ linguistic skills, confidence and curiosity, ensuring that languages continue to play a central role in the academic, cultural and spiritual life of the school.
We are looking for a leader with strong organisational skills, a clear educational vision and a commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education, supporting students to grow academically, culturally and personally.
The MFL faculty benefits from well-resourced classrooms and access to a range of digital tools that support engaging and effective language learning. As a middle leader at St Bede’s, the Head of MFL will be expected to provide dynamic leadership and contribute to raising the profile of languages both within the school and beyond.
St Bede’s serves a diverse community, and we warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our commitment to inclusion, excellence and faith-inspired education.
At St Bede’s Catholic College, we are proud of our commitment to languages and the vital role they play in shaping confident, culturally aware young people. As Head of Modern Foreign Languages, you will have the opportunity to:
§ Shape the future of language learning across the school.
§ Lead, inspire and develop a committed and enthusiastic team of language specialists.
§ Work within a supportive environment that values innovation, collaboration and student voice.
§ Play a key role in the wider life of the school and its engagement with the local and global community.
§ an inspirational, dynamic and self-motivated leader
§ a self-motivated, talented and reflective teacher who can teach French or Spanish to A level
§ someone who will teach with excitement and enthusiasm, creating positive energy around them
§ a teacher with ambition for every student
§ a team player
§ a person with strong personal and professional standards
What the school offers its staff
§ A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability or prior attainment.
§ Collaborative working to support our endeavours to work smarter and achieve an effective balance between home and work.
§ A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
§ Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentoring and coaching.
§ A successful ECT support program and new staff mentoring
§ Comprehensive induction programme
§ Onsite parking
§ Free Employee Assistance Programme
§ Teacher pension scheme
§ Marking policy and Communications policy, both designed to reduce workload
§ Members of the DfE Staff Wellbeing Charter
§ Cycle to work scheme
§ Free use of the college gym
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Bede's Catholic College
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1315 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Bede's Catholic College website
- Email address
- c.walker@stbcc.org
- Phone number
- 01173772200
St Bede’s Catholic College is a great place of learning with a unique culture and climate. Visitors comment on a calm and industrious place where children are stimulated and challenged to develop their talents and encouraged to strive for excellence. Achievement and effort are valued and celebrated. Within and outside the classroom numerous opportunities exist for young people to unlock their talents and develop self-worth, esteem, confidence, resilience and independence.
Children are enthusiastic about life in college and embrace the many opportunities to grow in faith, developing religious understanding and a sense of service. Spiritual and moral development lies at the heart of our work and is a major strength within this vibrant faith community, where every child is valued.
Young people are encouraged to strive for excellence in every aspect of their work. We hold high expectations of ourselves and all those who work within our community and these translate to the children in our care. They are enabled from the early stages to be active, enquiring and critical open-minded thinkers; to be ambitious for themselves and broaden their horizons.
The college has a long-standing tradition of scholarship and academic success. The value of hard work is never underestimated; this, coupled with inspirational and passionate teaching, enables everyone to fulfil their potential and walk tall with confidence.
As important as they are, education at St Bede’s is about much more than examination results as you will discover when you visit this vibrant community where quality is all pervading
Arranging a visit to St Bede's Catholic College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email c.walker@stbcc.org.
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