Food Technology Teacher

Food Technology Teacher – Special School – Towcester
Full-Time, Permanent Opportunity

Location: Towcester
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you passionate about teaching practical skills that empower young people for life? Do you want to make a difference in a supportive and inclusive special school environment?

Our client, a specialist school based in Towcester, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver hands-on, creative learning to students with a range of additional needs, helping them develop essential life skills and confidence.

About the Role:
You will be responsible for delivering engaging and practical Food Technology lessons tailored to the needs of students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism spectrum conditions, and other learning differences. Your lessons will support students in learning about nutrition, cooking techniques, food safety, and healthy lifestyles in a safe and inspiring learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A background in Food Technology, Hospitality, or a related subject area

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – desirable

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs (desirable but not essential)

• A creative, patient, and flexible approach to teaching

• The ability to deliver practical, skills-based lessons that engage and inspire

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

What Our Client Offers:

• A warm, inclusive, and supportive school community

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• A focus on staff wellbeing and a strong team ethos

• Opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of young people

If you're passionate about food education and want to help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Now:
To apply, please send a copy of your up-to-date CV to ali.aslam@teachingpersonnel.com

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