Head of Food Prep & Nutrition

Job Title: Head of Design Technology and Food and NutritionArea: Waltham Forest, East LondonStart Date: September 2026Contract Type: PermanentSalary: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2c (Outer London)Working hours: Full TimeBrief description:An exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to lead a creative department, drive high quality curriculum delivery and support students in developing technical, practical and problem solving skills.About the school:A mixed secondary setting with a broad curriculum, strong values and a focus on academic progress, personal development and high expectations for all learners.About the role:A full time leadership position managing design technology and food and nutrition, guiding curriculum development, supporting high quality teaching and overseeing departmental improvement.We're looking for a dedicated candidate to:Lead the department and support staff developmentDrive curriculum quality across DT and food and nutritionPromote high standards of teaching, learning and achievementRequirements -The ideal candidate would have:Strong subject knowledge across DT and food and nutritionLeadership experience or readiness to step into leadershipThe ability to inspire and motivate both staff and studentsOnly shortlisted candidates will be contactedProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. #J-18808-Ljbffr