Curriculum Leader of Food Technology

The Stephen Longfellow Academy; Churwell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Stephen Longfellow Academy invites applications for an inspirational Curriculum Leader of Food Technology to drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum development across KS3 and KS4. You will lead strategic planning, support outstanding practitioners, develop enrichment activities and strengthen community partnerships to secure exceptional outcomes for all students.

This role offers a supportive trust with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful Food Technology teaching at KS3/KS4.
• Outstanding classroom practitioner with ability to inspire students.
• Strong leadership and strategic development skills.
• Experience with assessment data to monitor progress.

Responsibilities

• Lead department strategic development for Food Technology across KS3 and KS4.
• Drive teaching, learning, curriculum development and student achievement.
• Lead enrichment activities and strengthen community partnerships.
• Mentor colleagues and foster collaborative professional practice.

Skills

Leadership

Food Technology

Curriculum development

Job description

The Stephen Longfellow Academy is seeking to appoint an inspirational and ambitious Curriculum Leader of Food Technology to lead and develop this key curriculum area. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding practitioner with a passion for Food Technology and a commitment to securing exceptional outcomes for all students. As Curriculum Leader, you will provide strategic leadership for the department, driving excellence in teaching and learning, curriculum development and student achievement across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will be responsible for creating a culture of high aspirations, innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring all students are inspired to develop their knowledge, skills and creativity whilst achieving their full potential. This role also presents an opportunity to lead a broad programme of enrichment activities, strengthen community partnerships and contribute significantly to the wider success of the academy.

• Has a proven track record of successful Food Technology teaching and securing strong outcomes at KS3 and KS4.
• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to inspire, motivate and challenge students of all abilities.
• Has the vision, ambition and leadership skills to drive strategic development within the department.
• Possesses a strong understanding of current curriculum developments and educational practice and can translate this into exceptional learning experiences.
• Can effectively use assessment and performance data to monitor progress and raise student achievement.
• Is committed to developing colleagues and fostering a collaborative culture of professional excellence.
• Has a passion for education and a determination to ensure every student succeeds, regardless of their starting point. As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team - as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

Commitment to safeguarding