Teacher of Food Preparation and Nutrition
Job Description
Job title: Teacher of Food Preparation and Nutrition
Company: London Borough of Havering
Job description: TEACHER OF FOOD PREPARATION AND NUTRITION
MAIN SCALE
REQUIRED FROM SEPTEMBER 2024
The Coopers’ Company and Coborn School is a dynamic, co-educational 11 – 18 school. Inspired by our historic tradition of ‘Love as Brethren’, we strive to be outstanding in everything we do, producing young people who have the confidence, qualifications, experience and aspiration to be successful in the 21st Century world.
We are seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Food Preparation and Nutrition who feels they can make a significant and positive contribution to the Department and the school as a whole. Food is taught throughout all three years of KS3, and it is a very popular choice at KS4.
The successful candidate will have the ability to teach Food Preparation and Nutrition at KS3 and KS4. There is an excellent ECT induction programme in place and early career teachers are welcome to apply.
The School has excellent facilities, is over-subscribed and is attended by highly motivated students, who achieve excellent results.
We enjoy a fine reputation for the quality of our pastoral care and extra-curricular provision and are committed to the professional development of all our staff, as well as innovative teaching and learning strategies. More information on the school can be found on the school website.
The school is a short walk from Upminster station where Overground and Underground services are available; these connect to central London (Fenchurch Street), Romford and all District Line destinations. The school is also a short drive from the M25, A12 and A13.
Interested colleagues are invited to contact Jenny Ruth, Head of Food Preparation and Nutrition, for an informal discussion about the post
Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Samantha Durrell, Human Resources via email at
The successful candidate is required to complete a six-month probationary period.
Closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday 8th March 2024 at Noon
Interviews will be held shortly afterwards
CVs AND APPLICATIONS FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
The Coopers’ Company and Coborn School values diversity and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate’s appointment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure (via the Disclosure & Barring Service) and Pre-employment checks
The school reserves the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date, if the situation arises.
Expected salary:
Location: Romford, Greater London – Central London
