Food Tech Teacher

Term Time Teachers; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive vocational school in the United Kingdom is seeking a Food Technology Teacher to deliver engaging lessons for Years 9-11. The ideal candidate will have QTS and experience in teaching Food Technology, transitioning into a long-term position with potential permanence. The school emphasizes real-world learning and industry partnerships, providing access to modern resources. Professional development and a supportive team are key features of this role.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to industry-standard tools

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Food Technology or related vocational food/catering courses is essential.
• A track record of motivating and engaging young people.
• Commitment to high expectations, professionalism, and student growth.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology to students in Years 9-11, delivering engaging and practical lessons.
• Develop a curriculum reflective of industry standards.
• Support students' personal development and behaviour.

Skills

Experience teaching Food Technology

Classroom management skills

Strong communication skills

Planning and assessment skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Join an Innovative, Vocationally-Minded Alternative Provision School

Are you passionate about Food Technology and ready to make a real difference? We are seeking a Food Technology Teacher to join a forward-thinking, vocationally minded school for Year 9-11 students. This is a full-time, long-term (turning permanent) position that offers the chance to teach in a dynamic, real-world learning environment.

About the Role: Food Technology Teacher

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:

• Teach Food Technology to students in Years 9-11, delivering engaging and practical lessons.
• Develop a curriculum that reflects our four principles: Industry, Enterprise, Rigour, and Partnerships.
• Use industry-standard equipment and vocational teaching methods to prepare students for post-16 life and the wider world of work.
• Encourage and develop entrepreneurial thinking in your students through hands‑on work, enterprise projects, and real workplace simulation.
• Support students' personal development and behaviour by helping them understand their personal responsibilities within the world of work.
• Work closely with local industry partners to enrich the learning experience and provide students with meaningful career pathways.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality education, ensuring students make strong progress in both vocational and core subjects.

About the school

It is a free school offering alternative provision for 94 students aged 11-16.
The school was founded on the belief that young people thrive when given authentic, workplace-based education. They place students at the heart of enterprise, ensuring their education reflects real industry demands.
They pride themselves on building strong partnerships with local employers to replicate professional workplaces in our classrooms.
The staff are committed to high expectations around learning and conduct, underpinned by a warm, supportive and caring community.

What We're Looking For in a Food Technology Teacher

• Qualified teacher status (QTS), or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Food Technology (or related vocational food / catering courses) is essential.
• A track record of motivating and engaging young people.
• Excellent planning, assessment, and classroom‑management skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
• A commitment to high expectations, professionalism, and student growth.
• The ability to relate academic learning to the world of work, including enterprise, industry and vocational pathways.

What We Offer

• A long-term contract, with the potential to become permanent.
• The opportunity to teach in a school that values enterprise, industry and real-world learning.
• Access to industry-standard tools and resources, reflecting a workplace environment.
• Professional development and ongoing support to help you grow as a teacher.
• A supportive, caring team that shares a commitment to high expectations and student success.

Not quite the right role for you? We have a range of positions across SEN and specialist settings - feel free to contact us or pass this opportunity on to someone who may be interested.

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).