Head of Food Technology
Head of Food Technology
Location: Hawkley Hall High School, Carr Lane, Wigan, WN3 5NYSalary: MPS / UPS plus TLR 2B
Contract: Full time, permanent
Start date: 1st September 2026
Closing date: Tuesday 16th June 2026, 12pm
Are you passionate about Food Technology and committed to inspiring young minds? Hawkley Hall High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Head of Food Technology to join our thriving Technologies department.
About Us
Hawkley Hall High School is a high-performing, oversubscribed secondary school in Wigan and a part of The Rowan Learning Trust. We pride ourselves on our strong learning culture, collaborative ethos and commitment to professional development.Our school was rated Good in all areas by Ofsted in November 2024.
The Role
You will:
- Raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the subject and monitor and support student progress
- Be accountable for student progress and development within the subject area.
- Develop and enhance the teaching practice of others.
- Ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the school's aims and curricular policies.
- Be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject.
- Manage effectively and deploy teaching/support staff, financial and physical resources within the department.
- Support the aims and objectives of the school
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
- Qualified teacher status
- Standard of teaching consistently outstanding
- Capacity to lead and empower others
- A high degree of management and organisation
- The ability to develop effective working relationships with students
- The ability to command the respect of staff and students
- Obvious enthusiasm for the subjects and the ability to pass this on to students
- The ability to work as a supportive team member
- A willingness to share best practice and learn from others
- A desire and willingness to explore innovative methods of curriculum delivery to capture the imagination of the students.
- A commitment to continuing professional development
- A willingness to take part in extra-curricular activities
- Supportive and forward-thinking leadership
- Access to high-quality CPD, including NPQs
- Opportunities for career progression within the Trust
- A caring and inclusive school environment
How to Apply
Please submit an application form and supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4) to jobs@hhhs.net
We warmly welcome visits to the school. If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact Charlotte Harrison (PA to the Headteacher) on 01942 204640 or email c.harrison@hhhs.net.
Hawkley Hall High School and The Rowan Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.
Hawkley Hall, Carr Lane, Wigan, WN3 5NY
Tel: 01942 204 640Email: jobs@hhhs.net
Website: https:hhhs.net
Headteacher: Mr P McKendrickOfsted Rating: Good