Department Leader of Food Technology

William Edwards School is seeking a talented teacher and exceptional leader to lead our highly committed Food Technology team. The Food Technology department is very well resourced and benefits from having the support of a Food Technician. Food Preparation and Nutrition at GCSE is a very popular option choice and pupil outcomes are strong.

If you are ambitious and have the skills necessary to become an outstanding Department Leader, we would love to hear from you.  You must believe in building strong relationships with students, be passionate about your subject and willing to go the extra mile to support pupils and staff be successful. Applicants will be excellent practitioners themselves and have a clear vision for the department. 

Why William Edwards School?

William Edwards is a large, successful, harmonious and thriving mixed 11-16 comprehensive school. Pupil outcomes across the school are historically strong with core subjects consistently performing well. However, life at William Edwards is about so much more than just GCSE outcomes and we understand and value the importance of pupil-centred education and a wide curriculum offer. We are proud of our national reputation for sport, the arts are extremely strong and we are proud to boast the largest Duke of Edinburgh Award cohort in the East of England. We are one of only a small number of secondary schools nationally to hold both the Artsmark Platinum and the Youth Sports Trust Gold Award for our work in these diverse fields.

Following the school’s most recent inspection in May 2019, Ofsted said that “pupils who spoke to inspectors were effusive about their experience in school” and we are delighted that our recent inspection captured our considerable strengths in teaching, pastoral care, behaviour, pupil support and curriculum. We are pleased that these 'cornerstones' of high quality education remain strong at the school.

Why SWECET? 

This is an exciting time to join SWECET as the Trust has recently grown to 6 schools. SWECET is a realistic and forward-thinking Trust which genuinely values its workforce. 

In return for their dedication to achieving our vision, we offer our colleagues:

• The support of an experienced Headteacher;

• A supportive and friendly work environment;

• Becoming part of a growing organisation;

• Full and comprehensive induction with training and tailored pathways for individual career progression;

• Competitive salaries;

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme;

• A health and wellbeing package;

• A two week October half term; and 

• Reduced gym membership at a Trust school.

South West Essex Community Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring service.