Oakwood School has the following Teaching Staff vacancy:-
Head of MFL
Salary TMPS/UPS (Fringe) plus TLR 1 - Salary negotiable depending on experience and performance at interview
Start Date: September 2026
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Head of MFL. This post is suited to an experienced Head of Faculty or a current Second in Charge, looking for their next step.
MFL is a thriving subject and we are looking to appoint a motivated and committed Head of Faculty with a passion for teaching and leading MFL throughout Key Stages 3 and 4.
We are looking for a colleague who is:
- A highly successful classroom practitioner
- A dedicated and inspiring leader
- Enthusiastic and hardworking team player
- Able to achieve high levels of student engagement, challenge and progress
- Inspirational with the ability to motivate students
In return, we offer:
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Discounted gym membership
- Supportive wellbeing committee
- Free on-site parking
- Electric charging point
- Close proximity to the mainline station
- Plentiful staff enrichment activities
In return, we offer professional development, leadership training and support programmes for candidates with a potential for promotion and career development. This is an exciting time to be joining Oakwood as it continues to progress towards becoming a great school in the future.
For more information we encourage you to visit the school website. If you would like a tour of the school and informal discussions with relevant staff, please contact us.
Submit your application no later than: Midday Monday 18th May 2026
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 20th May 2026
PLEASE NOTE, INTERVIEWS MAY TAKE PLACE SOONER FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE SO PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
For an application pack, please visit our website.
Curriculum Vitae will not be accepted. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role. Oakwood School reserve the right to withdraw this advert should circumstances change.
Oakwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity and, therefore, welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.
Oakwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity and therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.