Director of Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages – Sept 2025

Due to the promotion of the current post holder, GEMS Wellington International School is looking to appoint an inspiring
and passionate individual to become our strategic lead for Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages. This Director
position is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic leader with previous experience and responsibility for the
leadership and management of the MFL curriculum. The successful candidate will also oversee a specific Key Stage (KS3,
KS4, or KS5 – this is negotiable upon preference and experience) and be responsible for the strategic leadership and
development the Home Languages and the Mother Tongue Program. The role will be hugely rewarding, providing an
excellent platform for career development and potential promotion to Senior Leadership positions.

The responsibility allowance and timetable remission are commensurate with the professionalism and commitment
required. Please discuss this role with Vice-Principals for further information.

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

•  In-line with the Wellington International School Vision and alongside the Vice Principal’s develop the strategic vision
  Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages at Wellington International School and across the cluster of Wellington
  Schools.
• Ensure the vision for Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages supports the aims, priorities and ethos of the other
  schools in the cluster
• Manage Key Stage leaders’, liaising directly with them as their line manager
• Contribute to GEMS Wellington International School Directors’ and Curriculum Leaders meetings
•  Alongside the schools’ leadership team, quality assure, achieve and maintain outstanding learning and teaching in the Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages department at Wellington International School, across all phases
• To inspire and enthuse members of the team(s), with a clear vision for the future direction of the Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages Department(s)
• Oversee the continued enhancement and development of an innovative and progressive curriculum in Modern,
  Foreign and Classical Languages.
• Oversee the Home Languages and Mother Tongue Program, ensuring a cohesive and enriching experience for
  students.
•  Alongside the schools’ leadership, support the review of curricula to ensure the best possible outcomes for students
  with seamless transitions between each phase of the school(s)
•  Alongside the schools’ leadership team, support the planning for the continuous training and development of MFCL
  department staff and those delivering the Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages curriculum inside and outside of
  school
• Strategically lead the Extra-Curricular programme for Modern, Foreign and Classical Languages, linking with other
  subjects and leaders to, provide high quality enrichment opportunities for learning during term-time, before, during
  and after school.
• Plan for a sustainable implementation of events, engaging all stakeholders to promote Modern, Foreign and Classical
  Languages across school and the wider community
• Manage school resources, including the costs of all external languages’ partnership work and participation in external
  events. (The schools’ leadership will directly manage internal subject budgets)
• Evaluate and review the impact of external partners in decision making for future school budgets
• Where appropriate, support the interview/selection process for teacher recruitment and ensure effective induction
  of new staff.
• To implement the School(s) performance management processes (BlueSky) so as to provide a positive and
  accountable framework for staff development and achievement.
•  Actively pursue your own professional development as a leader.

To be considered for this role, you should have:

● A full teaching qualification, holding a B.Ed., PGCE or equivalent in the focus area
● 2 years’ experience as a leader at subject leader level or relevant middle leadership positions
● Experience working in a through school environment (age 3-18) is preferred
● A track record of raising achievement and improving outcomes for students
Application Process
Should you be interested in applying for the position then please forward the following documents for the attention of
Matthew Forster, HR Manager: m.forster_wis@gemsedu.com by: Monday 7th April (9:00am)
● An up to date CV complete with responsibilities and experience to date
● A4 document with evidence of your significant impact across the whole school in your current role
● A link to your current and up to date GPS Padlet (WIS Internal Candidates) 

Please discuss the role with the Vice Principal’s for further clarification or information.
Candidates will be notified if they are shortlisted for an interview. The interview process will involve a series of tasks and a competency-based interview specific to the job role.

Shortlisting Process
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews after the closing date of this internal job advertisement. Interviews
will be conducted WC Monday 14th April by:
– Mr Benjamin Sharratt – Vice Principal
– Mrs Alice Fishleigh –Director of Languages
Kindly note, all applications must be reviewed and approved by your current line manager

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