Cookery Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Cookery Teacher to inspire students in Liverpool starting September 2025. This full-time position involves planning and delivering engaging food technology lessons for Key Stage 3 and 4. The ideal candidate will hold QTS, possess strong classroom management skills, and have a deep passion for food education. Competitive pay and CPD opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Extensive CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Cookery/Food Technology at KS3 and KS4.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of food safety standards.
• A passion for food education and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality cookery/food technology lessons.
• Inspire students with practical cooking skills.
• Monitor progress and provide effective feedback.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Support extracurricular food-related activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Cookery Teacher (with QTS) – Liverpool
Location: Liverpool | Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time
Via: Teaching Personnel

Are you a creative and passionate Cookery Teacher with QTS? Do you enjoy inspiring young minds through food, nutrition, and life skills? Teaching Personnel is working with a vibrant secondary school in Liverpool seeking a qualified Cookery Teacher to join their team from September 2025.

About the Role:
This is a full-time teaching position within the Design & Technology faculty, with a focus on Food Technology/Cookery. You will deliver engaging, practical, and curriculum-based lessons to students across Key Stage 3 and 4, helping them develop confidence and essential life skills through food education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver high-quality cookery/food technology lessons that align with the national curriculum

• Inspire students with practical cooking skills and nutritional knowledge

• Monitor progress and provide effective feedback to support pupil development

• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and classroom management

• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support extracurricular food-related activities

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential

• Experience teaching Cookery/Food Technology at KS3 and KS4

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Up-to-date knowledge of food safety standards

• A passion for food education and student wellbeing

Why Join Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay (based on experience and responsibilities)

• Access to extensive CPD and training opportunities

• A dedicated recruitment consultant for tailored support

• Opportunities for long-term roles and career progression in Liverpool schools

Apply Today:
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, send your up-to-date CV to [e-mail]

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