Subject Leader Food Preparation and Nutrition

Career Teachers; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in South East London is seeking a passionate and experienced Subject Leader for Food Preparation & Nutrition to join their team on a full-time maternity cover basis. You will lead the delivery of Food Preparation & Nutrition across KS3 and KS4, teaching engaging lessons aligned with the AQA curriculum. The ideal candidate will possess QTS, strong subject knowledge, and excellent classroom management skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Proven experience teaching Food Preparation & Nutrition at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with the AQA exam board.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Food Preparation & Nutrition across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and teach engaging, practical lessons aligned with the AQA curriculum.
• Manage departmental resources and ensure a safe, well-equipped learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Creative teaching

Food Preparation & Nutrition expertise

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Subject Leader - Food Preparation & Nutrition (Maternity Cover)

Location: South East London

Full-Time Position. Teaching KS3 & KS4

A vibrant and inclusive secondary school in South East London is seeking a passionate and experienced Subject Leader for Food Preparation & Nutrition to join their team on a maternity cover basis. This is a full-time role, teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, following the AQA specification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Food Preparation & Nutrition across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and teach engaging, practical lessons aligned with the AQA curriculum
• Manage departmental resources and ensure a safe, well-equipped learning environment
• Monitor student progress and contribute to assessment and reporting
• Support the wider school community and collaborate with colleagues across departments

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience teaching Food Preparation & Nutrition at secondary level
• Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with the AQA exam board
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to lead a subject area and inspire students through creative teaching

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school environment. To apply please send your CV and supporting statement to Career Teachers. We look forward to hearing from you!