Head of Food Tech - Hackney. Job in United Kingdom Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Food Technology for a secondary school in Hackney, starting in January 2026. The position is full-time and involves leading the Food Technology department while providing a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate should have experience in teaching and hold the right to work in the UK. This role offers opportunities for professional development and could lead to a permanent position.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Food Technology or related subjects.
• Ability to think creatively and adapt lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Food Technology department and curriculum planning.
• Provide cover in a variety of subjects as needed.
• Support students' educational growth and well-being.

Skills

Creativity

Patience

Flexibility

Job description

Summary

Head of Food Technology required - January 2026- Secondary School, Hackney

Summarise: An outstanding Secondary School is seeking a Head of Food Technology to join their growing team.

About the School

• Mixed secondary School
• Supportive team and department.
• Department with a collaborative approach to planning, delivery, and assessment
• Behaviour at the school is well-managed and students value their education.
• The school provides pastoral responsibilities to staff and a range of CPD sessions.

Contract / Position Details

• Location Hackney
• Position - Head of Food Technology- 5 Days a week
• Type of work - Agency - Temp to perm.
• Start date - ASAP.
• Duration / Likely Duration - Full time on-going - End of academic year.
• End date - Minimum end of academic year however likely to be extended.
• Contract type - Temporary
• Full-time/part-time - full-time
• Minimum rate of pay - Negotiable.
• Hours - 8:30 am - 3:00pm

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Be creative, patient, and willing to think outside of the box.
• Previous experience with providing cover in a variety of subjects.

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold the right to work in the country of the role.
• DBS certificates
• Head of Food Technology experience
• Provide specific references.

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To find out more or apply for this teaching position, please send your CV.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.