Food Tech Teacher: Inspire Practical Cooking & Nutrition

Marchant Recruitment; Dudley Wood; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher for a Dudley school in the West Midlands. The role involves delivering practical and theoretical lessons across the secondary age range, guiding students through cooking techniques, nutrition, and safe kitchen practice.

You will support coursework, assessments and examinations, promoting inclusion and helping students reach their potential. A collaborative, supportive department environment awaits the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Food Technology.
• Strong practical knowledge of cooking and nutrition.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• Effective classroom management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons up to KS5.
• Lead practical cooking sessions and demonstrate techniques.
• Teach nutrition, food prep, hygiene and kitchen safety.
• Support students with coursework, assessments and exams.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching to individual needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised kitchen environment.
• Encourage creativity, independence and positive working habits.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support departmental development.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Food Technology teaching

Practical cooking knowledge

Food hygiene & safety

Classroom management

Inclusion & student potential

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher for a Dudley school in the West Midlands. The role involves delivering practical and theoretical lessons across the secondary age range, guiding students through cooking techniques, nutrition, and safe kitchen practice.

You will support coursework, assessments and examinations, promoting inclusion and helping students reach their potential. A collaborative, supportive department environment awaits the successful candidate.