Head of Department - Food Technology

Position: Head of Department - Food Technology (Permanent)
Location: Holtsmere End

Subject Lead of Food Studies – Hemel Hempstead – £34,398 to £52,490 + TLR – September Start – Permanent

*** Subject Lead of Food Studies – Hemel Hempstead

*** Subject Lead of Food Studies – Permanent

*** Subject Lead of Food Studies – September Start

*** Subject Lead of Food Studies – TLR Available

Are you an experienced Food Studies Teacher ready to take the next step into leadership?

Can you lead and develop a dynamic Food Studies curriculum, inspiring students across Key Stages 3 to 5 to develop practical skills, creativity, and a strong understanding of nutrition and food science?

Are you looking for a permanent leadership opportunity in a supportive secondary school where you can shape and grow a subject area?

If so, this could be the perfect role for you.

Subject Lead of Food Studies

– The Role

A secondary school in Hemel Hempstead is seeking to appoint a passionate and ambitious Subject Lead of Food Studies from September on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing the Food Studies curriculum across KS3, KS4 and KS5, ensuring high-quality teaching and strong student outcomes. You will oversee curriculum planning, assessment, departmental strategy, and resources, while maintaining excellent standards of health and safety within practical lessons. This role includes a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) and would suit an experienced teacher with strong subject knowledge and leadership capability who is keen to drive standards and promote the subject across the school.

The School

This is a mixed secondary school with sixth form, educating students aged 11–18 in Hemel Hempstead. The school is committed to high academic standards, strong pastoral care, and providing a broad and balanced curriculum that supports both academic and vocational pathways. With supportive senior leadership and a collaborative staff culture, the school offers a positive working environment focused on continuous improvement and professional development.

If you believe this Subject Lead of Food Studies role is the right next step in your career, APPLY now, or contact Bhupinder Hunjan at TLTP for further information