Job Description

Food Technology Subject Leader

Location: Hackney
Salary: £165 - £265 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Temporary

GSL Education London Branch are excited to announce an opportunity for a Food Technology Subject Leader to join a vibrant coeducational secondary school and sixth form in Hackney. If you re passionate about teaching and have the leadership skills to inspire students and staff, we want to hear from you!

• Plan, deliver, and lead engaging Food Technology lessons across KS3 to KS5.
• Develop and implement a robust curriculum that meets the needs of diverse learners.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing timely feedback to support their development.
• Lead and manage the Food Technology department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote a culture of excellence in the school community.
• Organise and oversee practical lessons, ensuring health and safety protocols are strictly followed.
• Inspire students to develop practical cooking skills and theoretical knowledge of nutrition, food science, and sustainability.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Excellent knowledge of the Food Technology curriculum and its delivery.
• A passion for education and the ability to inspire young minds.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

• Access to exciting teaching opportunities in top schools across London.
• Competitive daily rates and dedicated support from our consultants.
• A chance to work in a supportive and professional environment.
• Opportunities to expand your teaching skills and grow your career.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the Food Technology Subject Leader role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.