Subject Leader of Food Technology
Robertsbridge Community College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and inspirational teacher of Food Technology to join our dedicated team.
You will be a great teacher who builds strong relationships with students, fostering a love of the subject and enabling them to make the best possible progress. You will have the highest expectations and the confidence and potential to effectively lead the learning and delivery of Food Technology lessons across the school.You must have experience of teaching across the age range, from Year 7 through to examination classes in Year 11.
Our school is committed to supporting all students to be the best they can be, driven by the principle that high quality education is an entitlement for every young person. We expect great things from our students and work relentlessly to enable them to succeed.We are looking for a colleague who shares our passion and is committed to helping students enjoy great learning experiences and reach their full potential.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a great teacher of Food Technology.
- Have experience of, or the potential to, lead the subject.
- Have experience teaching across KS3 – KS4.
- Have a love of the subject and desire and ability to convey this to students.
- Be committed to developing the teaching of food as an area of excellence.
- Possess effective communication skills and be emotionally intelligent.
- Be committed to own continuing professional development.
- Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour.
- Hold a good honours degree along with qualified teacher status.
In return, we offer:
- A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues.
- A distinctive local context that ensure we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do.
- A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals.
- A high-quality leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances.
- A school in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.
Please send your application, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description, by email to hstedman@robertsbridge.org.uk. Alternatively, submit your application to the HR Officer, Aquinas, Magpie Hall Lane, Bromley, BR2 8HZ.
Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 29 April 2025.Interviews and task activities: To be advised.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.
Please note CVs will not be accepted in place of a completed application form. A signed copy of your application form will be required prior to interview.
We would be pleased to welcome you for an informal visit to our school prior to application.
Robertsbridge Community College is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.