Looks like you have JavaScript disabled. For the full Twine experience, you will need to re-enable it.

I'm Jon Goffard, MFL leader and Spanish specialist with extensive experience across KS3-KS5, including curriculum development, departmental leadership, staff coaching and outcomes improvement. Currently Head of MFL and AI Lead, I drive AI and digital systems to improve teaching, feedback, assessment and operational efficiency, while leading staff development and QA across MFL. I have a track record of expanding Spanish provision, establishing KS5, improving uptake and results, and delivering innovation in teaching and learning.…I'm Jon Goffard, MFL leader and Spanish specialist with extensive experience across KS3-KS5, including curriculum development, departmental leadership, staff coaching and outcomes improvement. Currently Head of MFL and AI Lead, I drive AI and digital systems to improve teaching, feedback, assessment and operational efficiency, while leading staff development and QA across MFL. I have a track record of expanding Spanish provision, establishing KS5, improving uptake and results, and delivering innovation in teaching and learning.

Jon Goffard





I'm Jon Goffard, MFL leader and Spanish specialist with extensive experience across KS3-KS5, including curriculum development, departmental leadership, staff coaching and outcomes improvement. Currently Head of MFL and AI Lead, I drive AI and digital systems to improve teaching, feedback, assessment and operational efficiency, while leading staff development and QA across MFL. I have a track record of expanding Spanish provision, establishing KS5, improving uptake and results, and delivering innovation in teaching and learning.…I'm Jon Goffard, MFL leader and Spanish specialist with extensive experience across KS3-KS5, including curriculum development, departmental leadership, staff coaching and outcomes improvement. Currently Head of MFL and AI Lead, I drive AI and digital systems to improve teaching, feedback, assessment and operational efficiency, while leading staff development and QA across MFL. I have a track record of expanding Spanish provision, establishing KS5, improving uptake and results, and delivering innovation in teaching and learning.

Available to hire

I’m Jon Goffard, MFL leader and Spanish specialist with extensive experience across KS3-KS5, including curriculum development, departmental leadership, staff coaching and outcomes improvement.

Currently Head of MFL and AI Lead, I drive AI and digital systems to improve teaching, feedback, assessment and operational efficiency, while leading staff development and QA across MFL. I have a track record of expanding Spanish provision, establishing KS5, improving uptake and results, and delivering innovation in teaching and learning.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

English

Fluent

Basque

Fluent

Portuguese

Beginner

Italian

Beginner

Work Experience

Head of Department (MFL) & AI Lead at Harris Academy Riverside

March 1, 2024 - Present

Lead the MFL department and serve as whole-school AI Lead, overseeing curriculum, standards, innovation and strategic improvement. Drive AI and digital systems to improve teaching, feedback, assessment and operational efficiency. Lead staff development, coaching and quality assurance across MFL, supporting consistency and high standards in teaching and learning. Use data, intervention and strategic planning to improve outcomes, student engagement and departmental performance.

Lead Practitioner in Innovation & Spanish KS5 Coordinator at Harris Academy Riverside

March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024

Established KS5 Spanish provision, creating a new progression pathway where none had previously existed. Led innovation in teaching and learning across MFL, improving curriculum delivery, communication and classroom practice. Contributed to strong student outcomes, including a P8 contribution of 0.92 in Spanish KS5. Delivered enrichment through Spanish-language music and performance, including winning the Mundovisión Spanish singing competition with a multi-year student group.

Teacher of Spanish at Harris Academy Riverside

September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023

Taught Spanish across KS3 - KS5, planning and delivering high-quality lessons for mixed-ability learners. Contributed to curriculum planning, assessment and intervention strategies to improve progress and attainment. Developed resources and systems to support teaching, tracking and revision.

Spanish Teacher at Hall Mead School - Upminster, Havering

September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2021

Taught Spanish across KS3 - KS4 and became the second most senior member of a five-person department. Created and led a Further Spanish club, where 90% of participating students achieved Grade 9 at GCSE. Developed and managed online learning tools and classroom materials to support teaching and independent study. Led students to success in regional spelling competitions, reaching the Cambridge final in 2018 and 2019.