Teacher of Food & Nutrition

Teaching Vacancies; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Ashford is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Food & Nutrition. The ideal candidate will have strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching at a high level, particularly GCSE. This full-time position starts in September 2026, and the school prides itself on academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the application deadline, which is January 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching Food & Nutrition to GCSE level.
• Ability to teach other aspects of Design & Technology is an advantage.
• Commitment to academic excellence and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food & Nutrition to students at a high level.
• Maintain academic expectations and achievements.
• Foster an inspiring environment for students.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Passion for teaching

Teaching GCSE level

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

Teacher of Food & Nutrition

We require an enthusiastic, inspirational and ambitious teacher of Food & Nutrition who is committed to maintaining the expectations and achievements of our students. The successful candidate will be suitably qualified, have strong subject knowledge, a passion for the subject and will enjoy teaching their subject to a high level, including GCSE. The ability to teach other aspects of Design & Technology would be an advantage.

Full‑time or 0.8‑fte considered. Start date: September 2026. Closing date: Friday 30th January 2026 at 8am.

What the school offers its staff: Highworth Grammar School is an over‑subscribed 11‑18 selective girls’ school of 1552 students with 463 in the Sixth Form (98 boys). Located in the South East of England with excellent transport links to Kent and London. We have a longstanding tradition of academic excellence coupled with outstanding pastoral care. Highworth is indeed a great place to teach and we welcome applications from experienced or newly qualified teachers.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please use our vacancy portal. Applications will be considered in the order received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

Commitment to safeguarding

Highworth Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. This post will require an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). We strive to create a diverse workforce and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.