Head of Food Technology
We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Head of Food Technology to join our team.
Position: Head of Food TechnologyType: Teacher
Curriculum: Key Stage 3 and 4 (experience with Key Stage 5 would be advantageous).
Education Stage: Secondary
Department: Design and Technology
Subject: Food Science/Technologies
Job Description:As Head of Food Technology, you will lead the delivery of engaging and innovative food science lessons at Key Stage 3 and 4. You will be responsible for developing schemes of work, supporting student progress, and contributing to the overall success of the Food Technology department.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with enthusiasm for food technology to lead, manage, and develop the curriculum across all key stages.
Skills and Qualifications:- Strong interest in food science, nutrition, or related technologies
- Good communication skills with students, colleagues, and parents
- Ability to plan lessons that engage learners at different levels
- Organisational skills to manage resources effectively
- Willingness to contribute positively as part of a team
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the classroom
- Passionate about inspiring young people through practical learning experiences
- Patient, approachable, and supportive attitude towards all students
- Enthusiasm for continuous professional development
- Dedication to creating a safe, respectful learning environment where every student can thrive
- Professional growth: Benefit from weekly dedicated subject-specific CPD to support your development.
- Workload management: a clear code of conduct, well-being charter and time budget; no emails after 13:00 on Fridays, no morning school/faculty meetings, with teaching resources prepared across KS3-5.
- Collaborative culture: Work in an environment that values open feedback and personal growth. Headteacher open door policy and KIT meetings.
- Career progression: Access opportunities for leadership development. Full range of NPQs on offer.
- State-of-the-art facilities: Teach in well-resourced classrooms equipped with large Promethean boards. Our teachers use iPads and Surface Pros to enhance their pedagogy and pupil engagement.
- Convenient commute: Take advantage of excellent transport links, with the school located directly outside Langdon Park DLR Station and served by multiple bus routes. We also operate a cycle 2 work scheme.
- On-site parking: Access our secure on-site staff car park.
- Competitive benefits: Receive Inner-London pay scale and yearly progression.
If you are eager to make a difference in young people's lives through food technology education at Langdon Park Community School we would love to hear from you.
How to apply
Please apply via TES using the LBTH application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
There is an application form attached to the advert, at the bottom of the page, titled - Other document.
Please download the form, complete and attach to your application before submitting.
For any queries, please contact the HR Officer at:
HR@langdonpark.org
020 7987 4811
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 12th May at 9am.- Please note this is being run as a rolling recruitment process. We will be assessing applications, shortlisting and offering interviews as the applications are received. The job will close once a candidate has been appointed, so we strongly encourage early applications.
Please note we reserve the right to withdraw the advert should we recruit before the deadline.
Also please note in accordance with the latest KCSIE guidance, shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.
Langdon Park School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A DBS enhanced disclosure that is satisfactory to us will be a condition of appointment.