Head Of Department of Modern Languages

Head Of Department of Modern Languages at Sheringham High School

Job Reference: EDV/2026/SHS/35218

Location: Holt Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8ND

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: £47,472.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) + TLR 2

Closing Date: Midday, Fri 4th Sep, 2026

Start Date: 4th January 2027

Positions Available: 1

We are looking to appoint a Head of Modern Languages to join our highly motivated and talented team at Sheringham High School. Situated on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast, we are proud to be part of the community and have a hardworking staff united in their belief that only the best is good enough for our young people. If you are approachable, able to inspire, challenge and develop colleagues, and want to share your vision, passion and energy through leading in this key role, then this may be the job for you!

You will:

• Be an inspirational leader with a track record of ensuring excellent results throughout the age and ability range
• Bring visible enthusiasm and advocacy for languages, creating memorable experiences beyond the classroom that inspire students to develop confidence, curiosity and a lasting passion for language learning
• Be able to teach French GCSE. The ability to teach German GCSE is also desirable, but other languages will be considered
• Be highly organised, and passionate about ensuring excellence for all in teaching, learning and achievement
• Be aspirational about your own professional development and have excellent communication and motivational skills
• Be committed to providing the best possible opportunities for all our young people

• Support and challenge from a high performing leadership team and a supportive Governing Body
• The scope to be creative and innovative in developing approaches to teaching, learning and the curriculum

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

Nikki Clarke

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