Head of Food and Nutrition

Walsall Council; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension (LGPS or TPS)

Life cover

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

CPD opportunities

TLR progression

Job summary

E-ACT West Walsall Academy in Walsall is seeking a Head of Food and Nutrition to lead the new Food Technology curriculum, champion healthy eating, and raise teaching standards across the academy.

You will shape the vision, design engaging learning experiences, and manage the department to deliver outstanding lessons and pupil progress. The role includes scheme development, professional development, and contributing to school improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• Ability to teach ‘good or outstanding’ lessons
• Effective classroom management

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership for the development and management of teaching within your area
• Identify areas for development and improvement linked to the Academy improvement plan, SEF, national and local initiatives
• Develop and monitor schemes of work for your area across the academy in liaison with your department and to ensure the successful implementation which meets curriculum requirements and differentiated to reflect student needs
• Have an overview of, and contribute to the planning and delivery of continuous professional development and training related to your area
• Monitor and evaluate pupil progress and achievement against targets in your area

Education

Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent

Degree in subject specialism

Job description

Job Title: Head of Food and Nutrition

West Walsall E-ACT Acadeny

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!

As part of our commitment to providing a broad and engaging curriculum, we have opened a Food Technology room and are launching Food Technology as a new subject area. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher to shape the vision, design innovative learning experiences, and play a key role in building and growing the subject for future generations of students.

We are looking to appoint an inspirational Head of Food and Nutrition to lead our Food curriculum. The successful candidate will champion healthy eating, deliver an engaging curriculum, and manage lessons to an exceptional standard. If you possess leadership flair and culinary expertise,

Key responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day leadership for the development and management of teaching within your area
• Identify areas for development and improvement linked to the Academy improvement plan, SEF, national and local initiatives.
• Develop and monitor schemes of work for your area across the academy in liaison with your department and to ensure the successful implementation which meets curriculum requirements and differentiated to reflect student needs.
• Have an overview of, and contribute to the planning and delivery of continuous professional development and training related to your area.
• Monitor and evaluate pupil progress and achievement against targets in your area.

Pay range:

M1 - M6 £20,441.40 - £28,164.00 (FTE: £34,069.00 - £46,940.00) + TLR2a£3,651.00

19.5 hours per week

Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• Ability to teach ‘good or outstanding’ lessons
• Effective classroom management

E-ACT West Walsall Academy | Strive for Excellence

E-ACT West Walsall Academy, an 11-18 academy committed to enhancing the life chances of every student while inspiring them to achieve their full potential. Situated just eight miles from the vibrant city of Birmingham and six miles from the bustling town of Wolverhampton, our academy plays a pivotal role in the educational landscape of Walsall.

At West Walsall Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education and are resolutely focused on providing an environment where students can flourish academically and personally. As part of the E-ACT family, we are united in our mission to deliver outstanding education that empowers students to strive for excellence.

Take the next step in your career with E-ACT West Walsall Academy - where excellence is not just a goal; it's a commitment.

What are we about? Join a trust that is going places!

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.