Head of Food Technology

Job Introduction

January or April 2027 start date

We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic leader, who has high expectations and continuously strives for the very best outcomes. This an exciting opportunity to join The Hamble School. Our vision ‘We Care, We Aim High, We Learn and Achieve Together’ encapsulates the work we do every day. Our intake numbers are increasing – we currently have 1,090 students. In March 2026 we were graded as ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted and we are continuing to ensure that we provide the very best education for all our students. This position would suit an aspiring Middle Leader or an established Middle Leader looking for a new opportunity to drive forward a department and develop leadership skills. Whole school teaching and learning responsibilities will be available for the right candidate. 

The Food Technology Department is part of a successful Design and Technology Faculty. Option numbers are high. The Design & Technology Faculty has excellent facilities – a dedicated block of classrooms and workshops, including computer rooms. 

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Head of Food Technology who has the drive and commitment to give our students the best possible learning experiences. This is an opportunity for a new or experienced Middle Leader to continue to build on the excellent progress already made. 

The Head of Department will have drive, commitment to improve outcomes and a ‘can do’ attitude. In return, we can offer you:

• a positive and optimistic working environment focused on staff well-being, student welfare, progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour;
• strong internal (Middle Leader and ELT programmes are available) and external training development opportunities (we are part of PiXL, have strong ties with local school consortia and support staff to do NPQs);
• personal career development to assist you in the fulfilment of your ambitions;
• a well-equipped campus with excellent gym and swimming facilities run by Everyone Active which staff can take advantage of for free, access to leisure and sports classes at heavily discounted membership rates and preferential rates for family members;
• the opportunity to apply for discounted childcare placements with Hamble Early Years Centre, based directly next to the school;
• free on-site parking and good local public transport links to the school (bus/ rail).

We welcome visits to the school to see us in action and invite you to come and have an informal chat meet the Headteacher.

For further details and how to apply please go to the school website www.thehambleschool.co.uk, click on ‘Our School’ and ‘Vacancies’. To apply please visit Education Jobs South and click “Apply for this job”. New users of Education Jobs South will need to register an account – you may need to check your junk email folder for set up instructions and add no-reply@education-jobs.org.uk to your list of safe senders. To arrange a visit or to find out more about this vacancy, please contact Jenni Fradgley, HR Officer, at hr@thehambleschool.co.uk. If you currently work in a school, please ensure your first reference is from your current Headteacher. We look forward to receiving your application.

The Hamble School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.