Head of Food Technology; teaching post + TLR2b

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled Head of Food Technology on a full-time teaching basis with a TLR 2b to join our welcoming and highly successful school, starting in either April or September 2026.

Chislehurst School for Girls, part of Inicio Educational Trust, is an aspirational place of learning for girls aged 11-18, and boys 16-18, where students have every opportunity to reach their full potential. We are committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Our strong pastoral support and commitment to mutual respect enable all our students to discover their strengths and truly develop a life‑long love of learning.

We are looking for a colleague who:

• Is a skilled, versatile and hardworking Food Technology teacher with a passion for delivering an excellent provision to students
• Has a teaching specialism in Food Technology (ability to offer KS3 Technology would be advantageous)
• Consistently models excellent practice to a team and has students' academic progress and personal development at the core of their professional motivation
• Wants an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant and diverse organisation leading an aspirational team
• Is keen to work collaboratively across the school and trust community

In return we will offer you:

• A dedicated and supportive staff team
• Polite and welcoming children and families
• A working environment where everyone is valued and respected
• Excellent CPD within the school and across the Trust

Inicio Educational Trust (IET) is committed to equality and diversity. We are committed to continuous improvement in how representative we are of our local communities, including gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.

IET is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be sought, and the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join our wonderful school.

For more information about the school please visit the school website: https://

For queries please contact Mrs L Marsh (PA to the Headteacher) at or telephone .

To apply for this role please complete the attached IET Application Form. Please also refer to the JD/PS for this role.

References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to the interview.

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

The Trust reserves the right to close, extend or remove the advert and interview suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

Applications and enquiries should be emailed to

No CVs and no agencies.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 23 February 2026

Please email your completed application form to