Head of Food Technology

TES FE News; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Portsmouth is seeking a Head of Food Technology to lead its department. The ideal candidate will manage a dedicated team, ensure high standards of teaching, and design a curriculum that inspires creativity and healthy living. This full-time permanent position offers competitive salary packages. Early applications are encouraged for this fantastic opportunity in education.

Benefits

Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale

10 Inset days focused on staff wellbeing

Generous pension scheme

Up to £3000 relocation costs

Access to Ark rewards

Interest-free loans for season tickets

Gym discounts up to 40%

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experienced and outstanding teacher of Food Technology.
• Track record of raising attainment and achievement.
• Committed to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Food Technology department.
• Design and deliver a high-quality curriculum.
• Foster a culture of high expectations and academic excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Passion for food education

Motivational skills

Job description

Overview

Ark Charter Academy

Head of Food Technology

Location: Southsea, Portsmouth

Salary: MPS – UPS (£32,251 - £51,051) + TLR 2c (£8,278)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Start date: 03/11/2025 OR sooner if possible

Closing date: 04/07/2025

Interview date: As soon as suitable candidates apply

Lead. Inspire. Create a taste for success.

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Head of Food Technology to lead our Food Technology department and deliver an ambitious, engaging, and forward-thinking curriculum. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher and emerging leader to take the next step in their career and shape the direction of Food Technology at our Academy.

Role Summary

As Head of Food Technology, you will lead and manage a committed team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning that secures outstanding progress and achievement for all students. You will design a curriculum that inspires creativity, promotes healthy lifestyles, and equips students with essential life skills. In addition to leading your subject area, you will play a key role in developing a strong culture of high expectations and academic excellence across the Academy.

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Be an experienced and outstanding teacher of Food Technology.
• Have a track record of raising attainment and achievement.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Be passionate about food education, healthy living, and student wellbeing.
• Inspire and motivate both staff and students.
• Be committed to continuous professional development and Academy improvement.

About Our School

Ark Charter Academy is a happy and vibrant school located minutes away from the seafront. We believe that every young person should feel a sense of belonging to our school community and enjoy their learning.

We inspire and support our students so they can become the very best they can in every single way. With love and care, we develop motivation both inside and outside the classroom, encouraging an appetite for learning in a safe and stimulating Christian environment. We want our students to become the leaders and game-changers of the future. To achieve this, we offer an academic curriculum that strives to expose all pupils to the richness of education, allowing them to experience a diversity of subjects during their time with us. We believe every child is entitled to disruption-free learning and pride ourselves on creating a learning environment that is calm and focused.

Our teachers and support staff work hard every day to inspire each and every student to develop skills which will help them to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves in recognising hard work and rewarding it accordingly, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth in the academy and across the wider Ark network.

Find out more about us on https://charteracademy.org.uk/

We Offer

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale
• 10 Inset days (of which at least one is dedicated to staff wellbeing)
• A behaviour policy that ensures disruption-free learning
• Development opportunities for future leaders
• Generous pension scheme
• Up to £3000 relocation costs to move to the south coast
• Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
• Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle
• Gym discounts – offering up to 40%
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

How To Apply

To apply for this vacancy, please click “Apply” on the website you are visiting from. We will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. Early application is strongly advised.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for any questions, please contact Keah Stell, HR Advisor, on [e-mail].

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our academies. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process which will include questions about safeguarding. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for the role.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective.