Food & Design Technology Art Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Northwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency is seeking a creative and passionate Secondary Teacher specializing in Food Technology, Design Technology, and Art, to join a forward-thinking school in Northwich. The role requires delivering engaging practical lessons and maintaining a safe learning environment. Ideal candidates will have QTS or equivalent and strong subject knowledge along with a genuine passion for supporting student creativity. This is a full-time temporary contract with a salary of £168 - £233 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high-quality teaching across Food Technology, Design Technology, and Art.
• Ability to maintain a safe workshop/kitchen/studio environment.
• Proactive collaboration with colleagues across faculties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Food Technology, Design Technology, and Art.
• Plan and deliver practical lessons that inspire students.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Strong subject knowledge in Food Technology and/or Resistant Materials

Confident delivering practical lessons

Positive, creative, and resilient approach to teaching

Passion for practical subjects

Job description

Food / Design Technology Art Teacher

Job Title: Secondary Teacher - Food Technology, Design Technology & Art

Area: Northwich

Start Date: December 2025

Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary

Salary: £168 - £233 per day (MPS/UPS)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm

About the School

Are you a creative, passionate and dedicated Secondary Art Teacher with a love for practical and expressive subjects?

We’re working with a fantastic secondary school that prides itself on offering broad, hands‑on creative learning through Food Technology, Design Technology and Art. We are ideally looking for someone with experience in resistant materials.

The school is well‑resourced, forward‑thinking, and committed to providing an engaging and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to think creatively, problem‑solve, and take pride in their practical work.

As a Secondary Art Teacher you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Food Technology, Design Technology (including resistant materials and Key Stage 3/4 art)
• Plan and deliver exciting practical lessons that inspire creativity and skill development
• Maintain a safe, well‑organised workshop/kitchen/studio environment
• Assess progress effectively and provide constructive, developmental feedback
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Creative & Technology Faculty

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge in Food Technology and/or Resistant Materials, with the ability to teach Art
• Confident delivering practical lessons in workshop and food environments
• A positive, creative, and resilient approach to teaching
• A genuine passion for practical subjects and supporting students’ creative growth

To be eligible you must:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child‑barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service OR be willing to apply for a new one
• Provide two professional child‑related references

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.