Teacher of Food and Nutrition

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic Teacher of Food and Nutrition to join our well-respected and ambitious team.

The successful applicant will have a passion for Food and Nutrition and have an understanding of the strategies required to motivate and inspire students who can contribute to an excellent team achieving equally impressive results. Above all else, the successful candidate should be enthusiastic about their work with young people and have a genuine concern for their development as individuals. Applications from ECTs are encouraged and welcome.

The Food and Nutrition Department aims to develop its students’ curiosity and understanding of the world around them through the products they use and the food they eat. The ‘hands-on’ practical aspects of the course serve to develop students’ skills and confidence with ingredients and kitchen equipment. At KS3 the curriculum explores the different areas of The Eatwell Guide so that students understand how a balance of good health is achieved. At KS4 students can continue their learning in food by opting to take Food Preparation and Nutrition at GCSE.

The food rooms at both campuses are spacious, with air-conditioning, induction hobs and blast chiller. The Food department is supported by two exceptional Food Technicians, one at each campus. 

Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys is one of the largest boys' grammar schools in the country. In late 2021, we benefited from a multi-million pound investment, which resulted in a brand-new sports building at our Tunbridge Wells campus and the opening of our Sevenoaks campus. 

We can offer you the opportunity to work with highly able young people in a supportive, well-equipped and forward-thinking school. We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment and the chance to be part of a fantastic multidisciplinary team, who work hard and support each other to deliver personalised, bespoke education and care.

Staff benefit from a positive working environment, with strong support for professional development and specialist teaching rooms. We aim for high standards and the pursuit of academic excellence, helping every student to reach their full potential through the development of skills, concepts and knowledge, within the framework of a caring community. Relationships between staff and students are based on trust, mutual respect and a determination to succeed.

Please note that we will only accept CVs that are accompanied by an application form (see below). We shall review applications as we receive them so apply early! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.