Head Of Food Tech

Location: Harrow
Position: Head of DT – Food Technology
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner by negotiation)
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)

An ambitious and forward thinking secondary school in Harrow is seeking to appoint an outstanding qualified teacher (QTS essential) to lead its Design Technology department, with a specialism in Food Technology. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner ready to step into leadership or an established Head of Department looking for a new challenge.

The Role

As Head of DT, you will provide strategic leadership across the Design Technology curriculum, with a strong focus on Food Technology at KS3 and KS4. You will drive high standards of teaching and learning, ensure excellent outcomes for pupils and lead curriculum development that reflects creativity, innovation and real world application.

Key responsibilities include:
• Leading and managing the DT department, including Food Technology
• Teaching Food Technology across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable)
• Designing and implementing an engaging and ambitious curriculum
• Monitoring pupil progress and raising attainment
• Coaching and developing departmental staff
• Managing departmental budgets, resources and health and safety compliance
• Promoting enrichment opportunities, competitions and cross curricular projects

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational leader who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Has proven experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary setting
• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and a passion for practical learning
• Has the ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
• Shows a track record of improving pupil outcomes
• Maintains high expectations of behaviour and achievement
• Understands health, safety and food hygiene regulations within a school environment

Leadership experience is desirable, but we welcome applications from strong classroom practitioners ready to take the next step.

The School

The school is a well established and inclusive secondary setting in Harrow with a strong reputation for academic progress and pastoral care. Leadership is supportive, staff collaboration is encouraged and there is a clear focus on continuous improvement. The DT facilities are well equipped, including a fully resourced Food Technology suite.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with TLR allowance
• Supportive and visionary senior leadership team
• Access to high quality CPD and leadership development
• Modern facilities and well resourced classrooms
• Opportunities to contribute to whole school strategy

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future direction of Design Technology and inspire the next generation of learners in Food Technology.

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