Head of Department - Food & Nutrition in Sevenoaks

Head of Department - Food & Nutrition in Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks Full-Time 31650 - 43607 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Philosophy Education

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and inspire students in Food & Nutrition across KS3 and KS4.
  • Company: A top Grammar School in Sevenoaks with a strong academic reputation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, modern facilities, and ongoing professional development.
  • Other info: Opportunities for leadership progression in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact on students' culinary education.
  • Qualifications: Experience in teaching Food & Nutrition and a passion for engaging lessons.

The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 Β£ per year.

Full Time position available in Sevenoaks, Kent starting September 2026. I am currently working with an excellent Grammar School in the Sevenoaks area who are looking to appoint an outstanding Lead Teacher of Food & Nutrition to join their team from the new academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate Food & Nutrition teacher who is looking to take the next step within a highly successful and well-resourced department.

The role will involve teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students within a high-achieving and supportive school environment. The school has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, student engagement, and staff development, with a strong emphasis on creativity, innovation, and high-quality teaching and learning. Food & Nutrition is a particularly popular and successful subject area within the school, consistently achieving excellent GCSE outcomes.

The department benefits from:

  • Modern, purpose-built facilities
  • A collaborative and supportive Design & Technology team
  • Highly motivated and engaged students
  • Strong leadership and ongoing CPD opportunities
  • Excellent progression and development pathways

The school would be particularly interested in speaking with candidates who:

  • Have experience teaching Food & Nutrition at KS3 and KS4
  • Are passionate about delivering engaging and inspiring lessons
  • Are looking to progress into leadership or further develop existing leadership experience
  • Have strong curriculum knowledge and a creative approach to teaching
  • Must hold Teacher Qualifications (QTS)

The salary on offer is highly competitive and reflects the level of responsibility within the post. If this could be of interest, I would be very happy to arrange a confidential conversation and provide further details regarding the school, department, and package.

Philosophy Education

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