Head of Food Technology

MyNewTerm; Birchfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

National network resources

Flexible working arrangements

Automatic pay progression

Generous pension and life cover

Retail/travel/leisure discounts

Blue Light Card access

Cycle to work scheme

Health & wellbeing programmes

Job summary

George Salter Academy, part of the Ormiston Academies Trust, is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to lead the Food Technology department. You will drive high standards of teaching and learning, monitor student progress with data, and develop schemes of learning from Year 7 to Year 11 to ensure every student excels.

The role also involves coaching and developing staff, ensuring health and safety compliance, and working with pastoral teams to unlock each pupil's potential.

Qualifications

• Lead and manage the Food Technology department, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, using assessment data effectively to raise attainment and close gaps.
• Develop and implement engaging schemes of learning that support progression from Year 7 to Year 11 and beyond.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, creativity and continuous improvement.
• Lead, support and develop departmental staff through coaching, mentoring and professional development.
• Ensure the department is well resourced, safely managed and fully compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Work closely with pastoral teams and senior leaders to ensure every student achieves their potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Food Technology department to raise attainment.
• Monitor progress using data and address gaps.
• Develop schemes of learning for Years 7–11 and beyond.
• Coach and develop departmental staff through mentoring and CPD.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and resource readiness.

Job description

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

George Salter Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced teacher with a proved track record of excellent classroom practice and the ability to inspire both students and colleagues. The successful candidate will:

• Lead and manage the Food Technology department, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, using assessment data effectively to raise attainment and close gaps.
• Develop and implement engaging schemes of learning that support progression from Year 7 to Year 11 and beyond.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, creativity and continuous improvement.
• Lead, support and develop departmental staff through coaching, mentoring and professional development.
• Ensure the department is well resourced, safely managed and fully compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Work closely with pastoral teams and senior leaders to ensure every student achieves their potential.

George Salter Academy is a friendly, happy and vibrant 11-18 academy, serving a multi-cultural community. We are a vibrant and inclusive secondary school and sixth form in Sandwell, West Midlands. We are driven by our core values of Ambition, Belief, and Courage, and are committed to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel, regardless of their background.

As a member of our staff, you'll be part of a close-knit team dedicated to fostering a challenging yet nurturing learning environment. George Salter Academy is a cornerstone of the local community, actively engaging with parents, businesses, and organisations.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive

• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve

• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include:

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Automatic pay progression
• Generous pension and life cover
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through ourbenefitsplatform
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.

To discuss the position or to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact Head of Faculty, Lakshmi Devi via e-mail at [e-mail].

The deadline for applications is 5pm on Sunday 11th October 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 12th October 2026. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.