Autism-Specialist Food Tech Teacher (KS3–KS5) — Full-Time

Long Term Futures Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider is seeking a passionate Food Tech Teacher for an autism specialist secondary school in Harborne, Birmingham. The role is full-time with the potential for permanent employment. Responsibilities include teaching Food Technology to KS3, KS4, and KS5 students, creating inclusive lesson plans tailored to individual sensory needs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support student learning. Candidates should have a QTS or QTLS qualification and a strong understanding of autism-specific teaching practices. The ideal applicant values structure and compassion in education.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive leadership

Trial days instead of formal interviews

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Food Tech in a school setting, preferably with SEN/autism.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and communication differences.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Deliver differentiated lessons tailored to autism-specific learning profiles.
• Promote independence and life skills.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong understanding of sensory needs

Calm, patient approach

Ability to build trusting relationships

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

QTS or QTLS in Food Tech or related discipline

Job description

A specialist education provider is seeking a passionate Food Tech Teacher for an autism specialist secondary school in Harborne, Birmingham. The role is full-time with the potential for permanent employment. Responsibilities include teaching Food Technology to KS3, KS4, and KS5 students, creating inclusive lesson plans tailored to individual sensory needs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support student learning. Candidates should have a QTS or QTLS qualification and a strong understanding of autism-specific teaching practices. The ideal applicant values structure and compassion in education.