Food Technology Teacher

Teaching Personnel is pleased to support a well-established secondary school in Ashford, Kent with the recruitment of a passionate and skilled Food Technology Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 in practical and theoretical aspects of food preparation, nutrition, and design technology.

The Role:

You will be responsible for delivering engaging Food Technology lessons that develop students’ understanding of food science, culinary skills, health, and nutrition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teach practical cooking skills alongside theoretical knowledge of nutrition and food science.

• Monitor and assess student progress regularly.

• Maintain safe and hygienic working environments in practical lessons.

• Contribute to curriculum development and extracurricular activities related to Food Technology.

Requirements:

• Fully Qualified Teacher (FQT) with UK QTS is essential.

• Degree or relevant qualification in Food Technology, Nutrition, or Design Technology.

• Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level.

• Excellent classroom and practical workshop management skills.

• A DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel).

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with weekly payments via PAYE.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Access to free CPD and professional development via our CPD Academy.

• Opportunities for long-term or permanent contracts and career progression.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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