Assistant Curriculum Leader of MFL

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Curriculum Leader of Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) to join our fantastic team at CHS South.

This is a permanent, full time role starting in September 2025. The role attracts a TLR2.1, with a current value of £3,391. 

We’re looking for:

We are looking for a suitably qualified candidate who can consistently deliver outstanding lessons. The ideal candidate will have thorough subject knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments, good communication skills, and be able to plan and and develop appropriate learning activities. 

Main purpose of the job:

This is a middle management post. In addition to those professional responsibilities which are common to all classroom teachers in the school, the post holder’s key responsibilities will be for supporting the Curriculum Leader in raising the standards of teaching, learning and student achievement in the subject area for all students.

• To ensure that students experience an educational programme that is personalised to their particular needs, as identified through a robust assessment system
• To take a lead role in the development of effective teaching and learning strategies in the curriculum area in line with school and national policy
• To lead strategic work on interventions to raise student achievement and attainment across the curriculum area, evaluating the impact of such activity on the quality of teaching and learning
• To monitor planning, curriculum coverage and learning outcomes for the curriculum area
• To develop a positive working environment in the curriculum area that supports students’ learning
• To ensure positive behaviour for learning for all students in line with the school’s behaviour management policy
• To ensure that appropriate targets exist for individual students, in the curriculum area, for each of the school’s five-year groups and to monitor, review student progress and take appropriate action as necessary
• To ensure all curriculum staff comply with the school’s assessment, recording and reporting procedures

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

Job Application Information

Applications will only accepted through the Jobtrain website -

https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/prosperecareers/Job/JobDetail?jobid=108&isPreview=Yes&advert=external

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. 

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobs@prospere.org.uk.