Health & Nutrition/Food Tech Teacher

Meridian High School; Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian High School is seeking a passionate Health & Nutrition/Food Tech Teacher to inspire students and promote healthy living. This permanent position starting in September involves delivering engaging lessons and fostering a positive learning environment. The school values resilience, ambition, and respect, and offers a supportive community for professional growth.

Benefits

Access to a highly competitive Teachers Pension scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching Health & Nutrition/Food Technology at KS3 and KS4.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Passionate about continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons to students in Years 7 to 11.
• Help students develop essential life skills and understanding of healthy living.
• Drive student progress and foster positive attitudes towards learning.

Skills

Strong commitment to raising achievement

Confident using data and ICT

Strong communication skills

Resilient and self-motivated

Education

Qualified Teacher Status with honours degree

Job description

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Inspire the next generation of healthy living at Meridian High School

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Health & Nutrition/Food Technology Teacher to join us on a permanent basis from September.

Your Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and inspiring Health & Nutrition / Food Technology Teacher to join Meridian High School on a permanent basis from September. You will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons to students in Years 7 to 11, helping them develop essential life skills and a strong understanding of healthy living. As part of a supportive faculty, you will play a key role in driving student progress, fostering positive attitudes towards learning, and contributing to a culture of high standards and continuous improvement.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status with honours degree
• Proven experience teaching Health & Nutrition/Food Technology at KS3 and KS4
• Strong commitment to raising achievement for students of all abilities
• Confident using data and ICT to inform teaching, planning, and student progress
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
• Resilient, self-motivated, and well-organised with a positive and enthusiastic outlook
• Passionate about continuous professional development and reflective practice
• Strong communication skills and ability to inspire respect and confidence
• Committed to safeguarding and maintaining appropriate boundaries with students
• Values aligned with GLF Schools' core ethos and mission

About Meridian High School

Meridian High School is a GOOD School in all categories (OFSTED January 2023). We believe education is about developing the whole person, within the school values of ‘resilience, ambition and respect'.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. There will be opportunities for career growth across our network of schools and central teams.

• Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas in the south of England
• We work as a community while maintaining each school's unique identity
• Committed to providing the best education for all children and young people

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools offers a comprehensive employment package, including:

• Access to a highly competitive Teachers Pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work-life and family-friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: September 2025

Pay Scale: Up to GLF Upper Pay Range 3

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 4th Jun 2025

Interview Date: TBA

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

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