At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging Food Technology lessons and inspire students to excel in their culinary skills.
- Company: Join an outstanding school known for academic success and a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Competitive Inner London salary, laptop provided, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with professional development and social events.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while developing your teaching career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Food Technology specialist with experience across multiple Key Stages.
Location: Merton, South West London
Contract Type: Part-Time, Fixed Term (1 Year)
Salary: Inner London Teacher Pay Scale + TLR 2.1
Reeson Education are supporting an Outstanding secondary school who require an enthusiastic and ambitious Lead Teacher of Food Technology to join their successful Design & Technology Department on a one-year fixed-term contract.
About the School
The school is an outstanding and highly successful girls' comprehensive school with a co-educational Sixth Form. The school serves a diverse and vibrant community and has a strong reputation for academic achievement, student well-being and enrichment opportunities. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture where professional development is encouraged, innovation is celebrated and colleagues support one another to achieve the very best outcomes for students.
About the Role
You will be responsible for promoting high standards of teaching and learning, driving student achievement and contributing to the continued success of the Design & Technology department. As part of the school's wider Teaching and Learning Team, you will work closely with senior leaders to support whole-school improvement initiatives and champion the effective use of digital technology in education.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Be a qualified Food Technology or Food & Nutrition specialist.
- Have experience teaching across Key Stages 3, 4 and ideally Key Stage 5.
- Be ready to lead and develop a curriculum area within Design & Technology.
- Demonstrate a passion for food education, nutritional science and global food cultures.
- Deliver engaging, creative and challenging lessons that inspire students to achieve their potential.
- Contribute to departmental and whole-school teaching and learning strategies.
- Thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced school environment.
The Offer
- Inner London salary plus TLR 2.1.
- Laptop provided for all teaching staff.
- Comprehensive induction and training programme.
- Access to Merton's Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing services.
- Wellbeing weeks and staff social events throughout the year.
- Collaborative and supportive teaching environment.
If you are an inspiring Food Technology specialist looking for a leadership opportunity within a thriving and ambitious school, we would love to hear from you.
Teacher of Food Technology employer: REESON Education
Reeson Education is an outstanding employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and innovation. As a Lead Teacher of Food Technology in Merton, South West London, you will benefit from an Inner London salary, comprehensive training programmes, and access to wellbeing services, all while contributing to a vibrant school community dedicated to academic excellence and student enrichment.
