Head of Food

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We are looking to offer a full -time permanent contract for an inspiring teacher and leader to join our academy as Head of the secondary food curriculum.

The role will include a teaching timetable for KS3 and KS4. The staffing team will consist of 3 staff members which includes this new role. The Head of Food will take responsibility for the quality of the food curriculum and ensure that planning provides engaging lessons for our pupils and that lessons are fully resourced. The Head of Food will ensure that the curriculum is sequenced, that pupils make progress and achieve outcomes. We deliver GCSE Food and also ASDAN Foodwise currently You will lead on changes to exam regulations and organise high quality GCSE food practicals and coursework for the team. You will be able to articulate the subject and lead on Deep Dives. Our sites are small compared to mainstream and house around 100 pupils. Classes may have up to around 10 pupils and you will be an allocated form tutor.  

We welcome applications from candidates who are able to teach engaging and inspiring food lessons to challenging and disengaged KS3 and 4 pupils.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for. 

An allocated base will be named for payment of mileage and any travel calculation between sites for CPD or for engaging in off -site rewards trips etc. Candidates must have access to a vehicle and car insurance with business use included. 

Benefits include: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop. 

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website.

CVs alone will not be accepted.

Provisional Interview Date: To be confirmed

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.