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  • Job start date

    8 May 2026

  • Closing date

    17 May 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    8 May 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Head of department or curriculum

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subject

Languages

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

MPS/UPS + TLR 2b

Head of Modern Foreign Languages job summary

Oasis Academy Mayfield is seeking an ambitious and inspiring Head of Modern Foreign Languages to lead and further develop a thriving, MFL department within our academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced MFL teacher and aspiring or established middle leader to make a significant impact in shaping language learning, championing high standards, inclusion, and cultural enrichment.

About MFL at Oasis Academy Mayfield

We have established a firm foundation valuing the importance of Language. All students currently study French as core from Year Y7-11 and we are excited to work with the successful applicant to move the department forward and shape the future of languages at Mayfield.

As Head of MFL, you will:

• Lead, manage and inspire the MFL department

• Drive high-quality teaching and learning in KS3-KS4

• Develop and embed a rigorous, inclusive and engaging MFL curriculum

• Use data effectively to raise achievement and close gaps

• Promote languages through enrichment, extra-curricular opportunities and cultural capital

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), experience teaching MFL in a secondary school

• Proven ability to raise standards and improve outcomes

• Confidence using assessment data to inform teaching and intervention

• A track record of excellent teaching and learning and supporting and developing others

• Strong leadership potential and commitment to inclusive practice

Why Oasis Mayfield?

• Improving outcomes and ambition: languages are highly valued as a route to future success and opportunities

• Curriculum influence: as Head of MFL, you will shape language learning across the academy, creating a cohesive and progressive curriculum that builds confidence, fluency and cultural capital over time.

• Supportive leadership and professional growth: you will join a collaborative, values-driven leadership team that prioritises staff development, workload sustainability and shared accountability


We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early application is therefore strongly encouraged. We may also conduct interviews ahead of the closing date if we receive an exceptional application.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Oasis Academy Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role

Applying for the job

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About Oasis Academy Mayfield

School type
Academies, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
884 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
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School website
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As part of Oasis, we passionately believe in its' ethos. At Oasis Academy Mayfield, we are committed to delivering excellence for everyone, entitling our students, staff and community to an exceptional education. It is our responsibility to provide the highest standards of teaching and learning, enabling students to achieve their very best, preparing them for life in the 21st century. We strive to every student to make outstanding progress throughout their time at the academy, regardless of their individual challenges or starting point on entry. This focus stands resolutely alongside the wider vision of Oasis Community Learning and the Education Charter.

We encourage our students and staff to follow the Mayfield Way; Be Kind, Be Determined and Be Proud.

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