Teacher of Food & Nutrition (Maternity Cover)

Job Description

Culinary Excellence in an Ambitious Independent Setting

Brentwood Senior School, a prestigious HMC co-educational independent school just 35 minutes from London, is seeking an outstanding Teacher of Food & Nutrition for a maternity cover position. Joining a high-performing and academically selective community, you will work within a department that values both practical “flair” and scientific understanding. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or a talented graduate looking to enter the profession, you will find a supportive, tech-forward environment (Google Workspace, MacBooks, and iPads) where small class sizes allow for genuine connection and exceptional student progress.

The Role & Department

• Maternity Cover: Full-time role teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Curriculum: * Year 8 & 9: Foundational Food & Nutrition.

  • KS4: AQA GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition.

  • Sixth Form: Food Science and Technology (IB Standard Level).

• Facilities: Two dedicated multipurpose teaching rooms featuring student kitchen areas and integrated theory spaces, fully supported by professional technicians.

• Wider Life: Lead cooking classes as part of the Activities programme and contribute to the school’s vibrant extracurricular culture.

Who We Are Looking For

• Inspirational Educator: A teacher (or aspiring teacher) who can answer “how is this child intelligent?” by identifying and nurturing individual student strengths.

• Subject Specialist: Strong knowledge of food science, nutrition, and practical culinary skills.

• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable working in a 1-to-1 device environment using MacBooks and iPads.

• Growth Mindset: A professional who embraces research-engaged pedagogy and collaborative development.

Why Brentwood School?

We pride ourselves on a staff experience that is as ambitious as our student outcomes:

• Superior Remuneration: A bespoke pay scale significantly above the London Fringe Teacher Pay Scale.

• Pension Choice: Option to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) or a School defined contribution scheme with a 14% higher salary.

• Professional Growth: In-house research programmes trained by the Institute of Education and support for external accreditation.

• Exceptional Benefits:

  • Free on-site gym membership and free lunches.

  • Benefits hub and free tickets to school performances.

  • Potential for subsidised staff accommodation for those relocating.

Application Information

• How to Apply: Submit via the TES portal or download an application form from the Brentwood School website.

• Contact: Reach out to recruitment@brentwood.essex.sch.uk for queries.

• Safeguarding: All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and child protection screening.

Note: The School reserves the right to close the vacancy at any time, so early applications are strongly encouraged.