Head Technology and Subject Leader of Food Technology
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Job Ref No. ECC4008-441 Position Type: Head of Department/Faculty Pay Range: Leadership 3 - 5
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 29/09/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: To be confirmed
The Ramsey Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child\u2019s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff\u2019s development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.
About the role:
THE RAMSEY ACADEMY.
\u2018Pupils have benefited from raised expectations of what they can achieve\u2019. (Ofsted 2024)
\u2018There is a broad and well-considered curriculum\u0026mldr; Pupils are now doing well.\u0027 (Ofsted 2024)
\u0027Attendance has improved significantly.\u0027 (Ofsted 2024)
We are looking for an experienced food technology specialist to lead our highly committed Technology Faculty. At Key Stage 3 Technology operates on a carousel system. All students study a minimum of three of the following subjects: Textiles, Food, Product Design and Ceramics. They also enjoy two fortnightly lessons in Art and Design. At Key Stage 4, we offer: Food Preparation and Nutrition, 3D Design, Textile Design and Art, Craft and Design (Pearson). Technology, especially Food Preparation and Nutrition, remains a consistently popular options choice and resources are first class. They include 2 specialist food rooms, a design classroom, a ceramics studio with 2 kilns and 3 art studios.
The successful candidate will be required to teach Food Technology up to and including G.C.S.E.
Visits to the school prior to application are most welcome. To make an appointment please contact Catherine Downes, Executive Headteacher\u2019s P.A: cdownes@ramseyacademy.com Alternatively, for an informal conversation about the post, please contact the Executive Headteacher, Julia Mead: 01245504571 jmead@moulshamhigh.org
Responsibilities
* Lead and develop the Technology Faculty with a focus on Food Technology
* Teach Food Technology up to GCSE level
* Contribute to curriculum development for Key Stages 3 and 4
* Promote high expectations and excellent progress in Food Technology
* Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high-quality teaching resources and facilities
Information about the School
The Ramsey Academy is a popular over-subscribed secondary school in the heart of the Halstead community.
Our focus is to Achieve Excellence Together. We work hard to support students in their educational journey and provide them with the skills and knowledge they need for their future.
The Ramsey Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Mrs Downes
Colne Road, Halstead
Essex, CO9 2HR Telephone: 01787 472481
Email: cdownes@ramseyacademy.com
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