Teacher of Food & Nutrition

Stamford School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Food and Nutrition to join our Food and Nutrition (F&N) Department, starting from September 2026. Stamford values the role of Food and Nutrition in the curriculum, teaching both GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, and the Leiths CTH Level 3 Extended Certificate in Professional Cookery. F&N at Stamford is taught by an experienced team of specialist teachers, some of whom hold additional responsibilities.

Our F&N teachers are passionate about the subject: all contribute to the department’s enrichment activities, which include co‑curricular clubs and activities for all year groups.

There is a culture of supportive encouragement within the department, with the aim of continually improving and developing teaching. F&N is well‑resourced, with teaching taking place in dedicated food laboratories at our St Martin’s site. These are equipped with networked electronic whiteboards to support teaching and learning. Teachers and students are each issued with their own devices. In addition to the teaching spaces, the department also benefits from a dedicated study room, prep room and office space.

F&N at Stamford is a subject that encourages healthy living, nutritional science, food safety and cooking skills. Students who opt to study the subject at GCSE follow the OCR GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition specification. It is a popular GCSE choice with 3 or 4 sets in each year group of Year 9‑11. Excitingly, the department also offers the Leiths CTH Level 3 Extended Certificate in Professional Cookery in the Sixth Form, both as an A Level equivalent qualification and as an enrichment option.

This new offering, which began in September 2025, has already proven enormously popular and demand is projected to continue to increase. The department is forging greater links with local industry and hopes to prepare students for careers in the food industry, including professional cheffing.

• A good honours degree in a related subject and postgraduate certificate in education (QTS).
• Willingness to engage with Continuing Professional Development.
• Inspire respect and credibility through the discharge of their duties and use their expertise to influence others in relation to their subject.
• Demonstrate an understanding of current issues relating to the personal development of young people.
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of how to promote equalities and ensure inclusive teaching and learning practices.
• Ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower students as they prepare for life beyond school.
• Proficient in the use of IT including Teams and One Note with a commitment to maximise the benefits of new technologies.
• Able to build and maintain effective relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Emotional Intelligence and empathy.
• A genuine interest in outcomes for young people.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents and the wider community.
• A reflective practitioner who seeks advice and support when necessary.
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively, particularly in relation to balancing the demands made by teaching.
• Readiness to further own professional development through INSET.
• An ability to think and plan creatively, to solve problems and have a growth mindset.
• Committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st March 2026
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Interviews will be held Monday 9th March 2026
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Further details can be found in the applicant pack attached in the documents section via our website.

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Stamford Schools are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).