Subject Leader of Design & Technology (Food Specialist)
Annual Salary: £32,916 – £51,048 (M1 to UPS3)
CLF Teacher TLR Allowance 2B: £5,873
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
About the role
You will lead the Design & Technology department with a specialism in Food, shaping the future of Food Technology within a supportive and forward‑thinking school environment. Your key responsibilities include driving curriculum excellence, fostering creativity, and managing a dedicated team to deliver outstanding learning experiences.
About You
* Qualified teacher or holder of an equivalent teaching qualification.
* Experienced in delivering the curriculum in your chosen area, consistently planning and teaching high‑quality lessons across relevant key stages.
* Ability to meet the needs of learners from identified groups, including pupil premium, looked‑after children, SEND and high‑attaining students.
* Strong communicator who embraces change, motivates colleagues and builds positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
* Recognition of and support for opportunities that extend beyond classroom delivery to enrich students’ experience and learning.
* Empowered to develop your own expert practice and support the development of others.
* Highly competent in all elements of the Teachers' Standards with a sustained achievement as an Upper Pay Scale teacher.
About Hanham Woods Academy
Hanham Woods Academy is a secondary school located on the outskirts of Bristol and South Gloucestershire, educating pupils aged 11‑16. It is one of the most improved academies in the South West, serving over 800 students and building a growing reputation locally and regionally.
The academy’s ethos is centered on giving students the best chance of success, underpinned by values of Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Kind. Students are encouraged to "climb the mountain" to achieve academic and personal success, fostering confidence, resilience and a strong work ethic.
Why CLF
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 35 academies across five cluster regions in the Southwest, committed to excellence and positive impact. The CLF (College of Leadership and Future) provides an environment where everyone can thrive, feel valued and make a meaningful difference. We aim to remove barriers to employment and consider flexible working opportunities.
What We Can Offer You
* Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing.
* Sector‑leading professional development entitlement and opportunities.
* Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks.
* Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload.
* Career‑enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute.
* A collaborative culture that supports workload and well‑being, including Employee Assistance Programme support.
* Health benefits, such as wellness sessions, gym discounts and flu jabs.
* Generous family leave options, including above‑industry average occupational maternity pay.
* Additional benefits such as a cycle‑to‑work scheme, on‑site parking and more.
Recruitment Information
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Short‑listing: 3 November 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 10 November 2025
We welcome school visits prior to the closing date. Candidates should apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out. CVs and full education and employment history must be provided through the official application form.
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