Food Preparation and Nutrition Teacher - Cheadle
We are looking to appoint a passionate individual to join us at Cheadle Hulme School as Teacher of Food Preparation and Nutrition from September 2025. Full and part time applications will be considered. Please specify if you wish to be considered for full or part time work in the application.
The Department
Our Food Preparation and Nutrition Department is composed of a dedicated team, including two full-time teachers, supported by two experienced part-time technicians. The Department has two food rooms that are maintained to a high standard, each room has an interactive board.Equipment and resources are replaced on a regular cycle to ensure the pupils are using the safest and most hygienic tools possible.
The Department has an excellent record at GCSE, with 83% of candidates achieving grade 7 or above in 2023. The Department teaches all pupils in Year 8 in half-class sizes for two periods per fortnightly timetable cycle. In Year 9, Food Preparation and Nutrition is a popular option subject (chosen by 57% of the year group in 2023) with three periods per cycle.The OCR GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition specification is taught in five periods per cycle in Years 10 & 11.
The Department offers a range of co-curricular activities including a Young Chef Club, and Food Science Clubs for pupils in Years 7 and 8. Pupils can participate in national competitions such as the Springboard Future Chef Competition, and the Rotary Young Chef Competition.The Department also runs trips in each key stage to consolidate classroom learning.
Why Cheadle Hulme School?
We are a forward-thinking school with a strong sense of our history and values. With over 1500 pupils ranging from ages 3 to 18, we have a long and proud reputation for being inclusive, vibrant and modern.
Our pupils’ educational experience is stimulating, dynamic and relevant to their current and future needs. We have a strong sense of community, whilst our unparalleled pastoral provision reflects our deeply caring ethos.
We believe a successful educational experience involves more than pupil and teacher; it involves a broad network of people who each contribute to the development, growth and experience of the individual.
Our greatest asset, and the key to our success is our people. We want to attract and retain the best, provide them with encouragement and ensure they feel valued as an integral part of the School community. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, excellent facilities and IT resources and a friendly and supportive working environment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and promote equality and diversity across the whole school community.
If you would like to understand more about the role, the recruitment process or working at CHS, we encourage you to get in touch either via email at humanresources@chschool.co.uk or call us on 0161 488 3330.
The salary for the role will be based on the School teaching pay scale and will be commensurate with experience. Further details can be found in the applicant information pack and job description.
The closing date for applications is 8am on 22 January 2025. Shortlisting and interviews are due to take place shortly after.
Cheadle Hulme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Please be aware that online checks will be carried out on shortlisted candidates and all appointments will be subject to a clear, enhanced DBS check.