Location: Barnet, London, UK
Salary: £44,128 – £56,154 per annum (M4 – UPS3)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience.
An ambitious and forward-thinking secondary school in the London Borough of Barnet is seeking a talented and inspiring Head of Food & Nutrition to lead and develop this important subject area. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or aspiring middle leader to take ownership of the curriculum and make a lasting impact on students’ learning and wellbeing.
The school is a comprehensive academy with a strong community ethos and has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. It is committed to delivering high-quality teaching, supporting staff development, and providing a broad and engaging curriculum for all students.
The Role
As Head of Food & Nutrition, you will lead the subject across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with potential for KS5), driving excellence in both practical and theoretical teaching. You will shape the curriculum, promote innovative teaching strategies, and ensure students develop essential life skills around nutrition, health, and wellbeing.
You will also play a key role in embedding Food & Nutrition within the wider school culture, promoting healthy lifestyles through enrichment opportunities and cross-curricular initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and develop the Food & Nutrition curriculum across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
• Deliver engaging, high-quality practical and theory lessons
• Drive standards of teaching and learning within the subject area
• Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment
• Manage resources, facilities, and health & safety within the department
• Promote healthy living and wellbeing across the school community
• Support and collaborate with colleagues and contribute to whole-school initiatives
Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong subject knowledge in Food & Nutrition or a related discipline
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding teaching and learning
• Experience of, or readiness for, subject leadership
• Passion for promoting health, wellbeing, and life skills
• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills
• Commitment to raising achievement and supporting all learners
Benefits
• Leadership role with real scope to shape and grow the subject
• Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• Well-equipped facilities for practical teaching
• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities
• Positive, inclusive, and collaborative school environment
If you are a motivated and creative Food & Nutrition teacher ready to step into a leadership role, we would love to hear from you.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
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We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
Salary description
£44128.00 - £56154.00 per year