Larna Campbell

Head of Modern Foreign Languages (Mfl) @Leeds City Council

Leeds, GB

Maintained 11–18 comprehensive school with 1,500 students on roll, including a high proportion of learners from disadvantaged backgrounds and those with SEND.Lead and manage a team of 6 (4 teachers, 2 language assistants)Oversee performance management, curriculum development, and department improvementDesign and deliver CPD across the department and wider professional networksManage stakeholder relationships: internal (staff, SLT, students) and external (parents, feeder schools, universities, funders)Drive improvement in student outcomes using data-informed strategiesLead change projects including new curriculum implementation and risk managementPlan and deliver school-wide initiatives to raise the profile of languages (e.g. guest speakers, cultural trips, Languages Week)Develop and maintain partnerships across subject leader networks, primary schools, and external providersOrganise and lead international residential visitsManage applications, reporting, and delivery of funding via Erasmus+ and British CouncilResponsible for departmental budgeting, staff recruitment, and delivery of French and Spanish lessonsKeep up to date with subject research, pedagogy, and innovation in MFL educationSince completing a Master’s in Digital Education, I have been developing technical skills through independent learning and short courses in coding, agile project management, and AI. This includes training in Python, JavaScript, SQL, and version control — with growing interest in using digital tools to improve systems, streamline tasks, and support accessibility in learning and work.

University of York

Postgraduate Degree

University of Leeds

BA (Hons)

University of Leeds

BA (Hons) Modern Languages

University of Leeds

Master of Arts - MA

Leeds College of Art & Design

– Edexcel Diploma in Foundation Studies

University of Brighton

Post Graduate Certificate

Leeds Metropolitan University

BA(Hons) Fine Art