Food Technology Teacher (or Head of Department for the right candidate)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Worcester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join their vibrant secondary school. This role offers the opportunity to teach two engaging courses, Food Preparation and Nutrition, and Catering and Hospitality, to enthusiastic students. With a strong focus on academic achievement and character development, the school provides a supportive environment for both ECTs and experienced teachers. The successful candidate will be passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact on students' lives. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a welcoming community and potentially step into a Head of Department role with additional responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching Food Technology and inspiring students.
• Qualified Teacher Status required, suitable for ECTs.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Preparation and Nutrition and Catering up to KS4.
• Inspire students and maintain outstanding classroom behavior.

Skills

Food Preparation and Nutrition

Catering and Hospitality

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology or related field

Job description

Food Technology Teacher

(or Head of Department for the right candidate)

Salary: Teachers Main/Upper Scale, £31,650 - £49,084 per annum

Full Time

Permanent

Required for September 2025

Suitable for ECTs

Christopher Whitehead Language College, an oversubscribed 11-18 school with 1,600 students, is described by Ofsted as: ‘An inclusive, tolerant, and welcoming school. Leaders have high expectations and focus on academic achievement and pupils’ character development.’ The successful candidate should be a talented and passionate teacher eager to inspire and make a difference, within a school where student behaviour is outstanding. The role involves teaching two courses up to and including KS4: - Food Preparation and Nutrition - Catering and Hospitality. We welcome applications from ECTs and experienced teachers who wish to teach in a vibrant secondary school.

We particularly encourage applications from those interested in becoming or currently serving as Head of Department, as a TLR 2.1 payment would be awarded in such cases.

For more information and an application pack, please visit our website: https://christopherwhitehead.co.uk/ and view the headteacher’s blog: https://neilmorriscwlc.wordpress.com/

Applications should be submitted via our online application pack. Please email your completed application form to [e-mail]. Please do not send a CV.

The deadline for applications is 10:00 am on Monday, 12th May 2025. Interviews will be held on Thursday, 15th May 2025.

Our school is committed to equality of opportunity and safeguarding. All staff, volunteers, and trustees are expected to uphold these policies, including safeguarding and data protection, in line with current legislation and guidance.

Offers of employment are subject to checks including: DBS clearance, medical, online/social media screening, prohibition from teaching, right to work, references, and suitability to work with children. Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions or cautions as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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