Subject Leader of Food Preparation and Nutrition
Subject Leader of Food Preparation and Nutrition
Heathside Weybridge
Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 8UZ
Starting September 2025
Full Time, Permanent
MPR/UPR (fringe) + TLR 2c £3,391 (FT equivalent)
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Subject Leader of Food Preparation and Nutrition to join our vibrant school community. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic department, inspiring students to develop a love for food and cooking while building the skills they need for their future.
At Heathside Weybridge, we are more than just a school – we are a vibrant and inclusive community where every member of staff is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
When you join us, you become part of an environment that is:
- Welcoming and Challenging: We provide a secure and positive atmosphere that inspires both staff and students to achieve their full potential through encouragement and meaningful challenges. We want you to enjoy your job!
- Respectful and Inclusive: We foster a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, ensuring everyone feels a true sense of belonging, regardless of their background or identity.
- Supportive of Your Growth: Your personal and professional development matters to us. We are committed to offering ongoing opportunities to learn and develop.
- Committed to Wellbeing: We prioritise the wellbeing of our staff, providing the care, resources, and flexibility you need to flourish in both your career and personal life. We are proud that we were successfully reaccredited with the Wellbeing Award for School in 2024.
If you are ready to be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous growth, we would love to hear from you.
The successful candidate will:
- Lead and manage the Food Preparation and Nutrition department to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
- Design and deliver engaging lessons that inspire students to understand and appreciate food science, nutrition, and cooking techniques.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong background in Food Preparation and Nutrition or a related subject
- Provide high quality teaching in the subject areas whereby students make excellent progress over time and are suitably challenged.
- A strong understanding of the national curriculum and the ability to adapt and innovate within it..
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage classroom dynamics effectively.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student participation, well-being, and success.
- Contribute weekly to the extracurricular programme
If you’re passionate about helping students succeed, we’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: 9am Monday 23rd June 2025
Applications will be considered as they are received.
We reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Enhanced DBS disclosure with Children’s Barred List check. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.