Head of Food & Nutrition

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Catholic academy in Gateshead is seeking a dynamic Head of Food and Nutrition. You will lead the subject area, contribute to curriculum development, and support students in Key Stage 3 and GCSE pathways. The school offers a comprehensive induction program and resources to enhance your teaching. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to educating students and leading their subject area effectively. This full-time role offers a permanent position within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

Access to modern facilities

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status with relevant experience.
• Ability to lead and develop the Food and Nutrition curriculum.
• Experience with Key Stage 3 and GCSE teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Food and Nutrition subject area.
• Contribute to curriculum development for the subject.
• Support pupils across various educational pathways.

Skills

Curriculum development

Leadership

Teaching

Job description

Overview

Location: Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Old Durham Road, Gateshead, NE9 6RZ

Hours: Full Time, Permanent

Grade: MPS/UPS + TLR 2A

We are a high-performing, 11-18 academy graded Outstanding in May 2024 by Ofsted and 2019 by the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. We are part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, the largest Catholic Education Trust in the North-East of England, supporting significant CPD and collaborative opportunities. A comprehensive and bespoke induction programme is provided for all new staff.

We seek a dynamic, well qualified, and highly effective teacher to the position of Head of Food and Nutrition. This is a key area of our thriving curriculum, with scope for future curriculum growth. The subject is delivered to all pupils at Key Stage 3 and offers popular GCSE Food and Nutrition and Catering & Hospitality pathways.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop within an established and supportive team, with access to our modern building and specialist rooms.

For further details about the school, please go to the website: www.cardinalhume.com. For further information about the post or to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs B Davies at [e-mail].

Responsibilities and Role

The Head of Food and Nutrition is a key post within the thriving curriculum. The role includes leadership of the subject area, contributing to curriculum development and supporting pupils across Key Stage 3 and GCSE pathways in Food and Nutrition and Catering & Hospitality.

How to Apply

To complete an online application form please click the Apply Now button.

Important Dates

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Friday 10 October 2025

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

Start date: January 2026

Safeguarding

The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.