Head of Food

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.

We are looking to offer a full -time permanent contract for an inspiring teacher and leader to join our academy as Head of the secondary food curriculum. The role will include a teaching timetable for KS3 and KS4. The team will consist of 2 other staff members who will be located at other sites. The Head of Food will take responsibility for the quality of the food curriculum and ensure that planning provides engaging lessons for our pupils and that lessons are fully resourced. The Head of Food will ensure that the curriculum is sequenced, that pupils make progress and achieve outcomes. We deliver GCSE Food and also ASDAN Foodwise currently You will lead on changes to exam regulations and organise high quality GCSE food practicals and coursework for the team. You will be able to articulate the subject and lead on Deep Dives. Our sites are small compared to mainstream and house around 100 pupils. Classes may have up to around 10 pupils and you will be an allocated form tutor.

We welcome applications from candidates who are able to teach engaging and inspiring food lessons to challenging and disengaged KS3 and 4 pupils.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.

An allocated base will be named for payment of mileage and any travel calculation between sites for CPD or for engaging in off -site rewards trips etc. Candidates must have access to a vehicle and car insurance with business use included.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about Esteem North Academy and Esteem MAT.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits Include:

• Teacher’s Pension Scheme / LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.
• Access to National College CPD platform.

For further information, please contact Janine Dix (Headteacher) on janine.dix@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk

Please apply below

https://mynewterm.com/school/Esteem-North-Academy/146057

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.