Design & Technology Teacher (Food Tech) – Coventry

Marchant Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant educational institution in Coventry is seeking an ECT DT Teacher specializing in Food Technology to join their team starting January 2026. The role involves teaching KS3 DT and leading the GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition course. Candidates should possess QTS or be completing their training in Design and Technology, with a strong focus on nutrition and food hygiene. The school is known for its excellent support for new teachers and a modern, equipped teaching environment.

Benefits

Excellent peer support network

Mentorship program

Workload reduction policy

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or in final training for Design and Technology.
• Confidence managing a safe teaching kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of nutrition and food hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS3 DT rotation and lead the GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition course.
• Mentor and manage a practical food classroom.
• Oversee ingredient ordering and inventory management.

Skills

Teaching KS3 DT rotation

Managing a teaching kitchen

Knowledge of nutrition standards

Organisational skills

Education

QTS or completion of final training in Design and Technology

Job description

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Nurturing ECT : DT Teacher (Food Tech) – Inspire Culinary Skills in a Nurturing Environment – Coventry

A vibrant , community-oriented secondary school in the Coventry is looking for a DT Teacher ECT with a specialism

in Food Technology to start in January 2026.

• ECT : DT Teacher (Food Technology) required from January 2026
• Coventry -based school with modern , dedicated Food Technology rooms

Ideal for an ECT passionate about nutrition, hygiene, and hospitality

Skills

You will teach KS3 DT rotation and lead the GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition course. Your induction includes specific mentorship on managing a practical food classroom, stock control, and budget management within a nurturing and safe environment.

Experience and Qualifications

• QTS or completion of final training in Design and Technology (Food Tech / Catering)
• Confidence in safely managing a teaching kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and food hygiene standards
• Organisational skills for managing ingredient ordering and inventory

School Information

The school offers excellent support for new teachers, ensuring a reduced marking load through effective whole-school assessment policies which prioritize impact over volume. The DT department is highly supportive and collaborative, and the school is located in a vibrant and accessible area of the West Midlands, making it an appealing place to live and work.

• Excellent ECT peer support network and subject-specific mentorship is provided.
• Supportive workload reduction policy is implemented consistently across the school.
• Modern, well-equipped Food Technology teaching rooms provide an excellent environment for practical skills.

Salary

Paid to ECT / MPS Scale

Application

To apply for this ECT DT Teacher position in the Coventry, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.