Head of Food and Nutrition

• Full time permanent

• Salary: dependent on experience

• Start date: 1 September 2026

The role

As Head of Food & Nutrition you will provide strategic and academic leadership for a committed and collaborative team inspiring students to engage deeply with the sciencecreativityand real-world relevance of food. You will lead the development of a curriculum that is intellectually rigorouspracticaland contemporary equipping students with the knowledge and skills to understand nutrition food science sustainability and the wider social and environmental impact of food production and consumption.

You will work closely with the Director of Faculty to ensurehigh standardsof teachinglearningand outcomes while also fostering a culture of innovationcollaborationand continuous improvement within the department. The role offers genuine scope to shape curriculum direction enrichmentopportunitiesand the wider profile of the subject across the school.

We areseekingan outstanding and well-qualified teacher with a strong background in Food & Nutrition FoodScienceor a related discipline. The successful candidate will bring energyvisionand creativity alongside the confidence and experience to lead and develop colleagues. You will be passionate about achievingexcellent academic outcomes while nurturing curiosityindependenceand practicalexpertisein students.

The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is one of the leading schools in the northand traces its history back to 1552. In thelast five years GSAL Senior School has twice beennamedNorth Independent Schoolof the Year and North IndependentSchool of the Decade in theSunday Times Parent Power League aimstoinspire all members of our community and to instill valuesof responsibilityrespectand resilience inall ofourpupils.

About GSAL

The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is a thriving academically selective independent school that is socially inclusive and proudly multicultural. We are committed to helping every pupilrealisetheir potential and develop into confidentcuriousand well-rounded young people.

Awarded North Independent School of the Year2024 andIndependent School of the Decadein2021 GSAL offers a friendly supportive environment withhigh expectationsand a strong focus on both academic excellence and wellbeing.

Located on a purpose-built 140-acre campus at Alwoodley Gates in north Leeds GSAL educates around 2100 pupils aged 218.

The schooloperatesa diamond model of teaching with co-education to age 11 single-sex teaching in Years 711 and mixed sixth form classes alongside a rich co-curricularprogrammethat extends learning beyond the size foryear7 and 8 is24smaller for practical subjectsanddecreases at KS4 and5.

GSALs success is driven by committed professional colleagues who are passionate about excellence in the classroom and contributing to the wider life of the return we offer a high degree of professional autonomy excellentresourcesand a supportive environment alongside a strong benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

We value our colleagues and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Enhanced school holidays (approximately 16 weeks)

• Significant discount on school fees

• Enhanced generous PPA time with most meetings held within the school day

• Small class sizes with Y7 average being 24 and is even smaller as pupils move through the school

• Subsidisedchildcare during INSET days (ages 311)

• Defined Contribution pension scheme through Aviva (0% employee contribution 21% employer contribution plus 4x salary life insurance)

• Training and CPD including INSET days

• Three-course colleague lunches for 2.40 plus free teacoffeeand hot chocolate

• 24/7 online GP accessfor you and your familyvia Health Hero

• Employee AssistanceProgrammethrough Perkboxincluding counselling legal and financial advice

• Discounts through Perkbox teacher discounts and Extras

• Scenic lunchtime walking routes across the 140-acre site

• Onsite gym and swimming pool plus fitness classes (Pilates meditation kettlebells spinning and bootcamps)

• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme

• Free onsite parking

• Access to the schools extensive library facilities

• Generous leave of absence scheme

• Opportunities to be involved in extracurricular activities wellbeinginitiativesand community events

How to apply

Complete the online GSAL application form. Please be prepared to provide copies of any qualifications mentioned in your application. For any inquiries about the vacancy feel free to contact

More information about the role and responsibilitiesarecontained in the job description and person specification attached in the documents section on our website advert. Pleasenotewe cannot offer tours or visits due to the high volume of interest. A tour is provided as part of theinterviewingprocess.

The closing date for applicationsis: 08:00 Monday 2 March 2026

Interview date: Monday9 March 2026

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