Food tech teacher

Prospero Teaching; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Teacher of Food Technology to join a successful secondary school in Enfield, North London. The role involves teaching Food Technology to KS3 and KS4, offering both practical and theoretical knowledge. Ideal candidates will have QTS and a relevant degree. This full-time position starts in January 2026 and includes excellent professional development opportunities, within a supportive and well-structured Design & Technology department.

Benefits

Free professional development courses

Access to in-house Training and Development Team

Refer a Friend scheme with GBP150 reward

Qualifications

• Must have QTS or equivalent.
• Must be trained through PGCE/SCITT or similar programs.
• Strong subject knowledge necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons.
• Teach Food Technology at KS3 and KS4 levels.
• Participate in departmental support and professional development.

Skills

Strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge

Excellent classroom management

Communication skills

Education

QTS or equivalent

PGCE / SCITT / Teach First trained

Food Technology or related Design & Technology degree

Job description

Teacher of Food Technology London, Enfield

Prospero Teaching is working with an Ofsted rated Good secondary school who are looking to recruit a NQT or experienced Teacher of Food Technology. We are looking for a Teacher of Food Technology who can start in a thriving and supportive school based in Enfield, North London.

This position is starting January 2026 (or sooner) and is open to both ECTs and experienced teachers. The ideal Teacher of Food Technology will be creative, enthusiastic, and committed to delivering engaging practical and theoretical lessons as part of a successful Design & Technology faculty.

You will be required to deliver excellent subject knowledge across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to teach GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition. This is a large, mixed secondary school with excellent facilities, including fully equipped food technology rooms and strong departmental support.

The school prides itself on creating a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment, encouraging students to develop essential life skills and a passion for food and nutrition. They also offer a range of free CPD and in‑school training opportunities to support teacher development.

Teacher of Food Technology Information

• You will be joining a successful, well‑structured Design & Technology department.
• The position is open to both Food Technology ECTs and experienced teachers.
• The school offers a range of professional development opportunities.
• Food Technology is taught at KS3 and KS4.
• The school is located in a well‑served area for public transport, with parking available on site.

Teacher of Food Technology Contract Details

• Location: North London Enfield
• Position: Teacher of Food Technology
• Type of work: KS3 / KS4
• Contract start date: January 2026 (or sooner)
• Contract type: Temporary or Permanent
• Full time/part time: Full time
• Minimum rate of pay: Paid to scale Outer London
• Hours: 8:00am 3:30pm or 4:00pm, plus parents evenings

Teacher of Food Technology Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent
• PGCE / SCITT / Teach First trained
• Food Technology or related Design & Technology degree
• Strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

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

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this position.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Free, accredited continued professional development courses including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
• Access to our in‑house Training and Development Team

If you have a friend who you think would be interested in this vacancy, please refer them to us you could earn GBP150 through our Refer a Friend scheme