Food Technology ECT

Wayman Education; Andover; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive secondary school in Andover is seeking a Food Technology ECT for a full-time, permanent role starting September 2025. This position offers the opportunity to teach KS3 and KS4, engage students with practical cooking lessons, and contribute to a thriving learning environment emphasizing nutrition and sustainability.

Benefits

Bespoke mentoring for ECTs

Internal and external training sessions

Qualifications

• New teacher passionate about food technology and nutrition.
• Experience with interactive and culturally rich content.
• Ability to contribute to extra-curricular cooking clubs.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology at KS3 and KS4.
• Plan exciting practicals and engage students in healthy lifestyles.
• Support students in exploring sustainability and kitchen confidence.

Skills

Passion for nutrition

Culinary skills

Creative learning

Healthy eating knowledge

Engagement with local partnerships

Job description

Location: Andover, Hampshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1 (ECT Scale)

A supportive and ambitious secondary school located near the centre of Andover is looking to appoint a Food Technology ECT from September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity and is ideal for a new teacher passionate about nutrition, culinary skills, and creative learning.

About the School
With a well-established Technology faculty and strong emphasis on holistic education, this school has become a local hub for applied learning and practical subjects. ECTs receive bespoke mentoring and have access to internal and external training sessions.

The Role
You will teach Food Technology at KS3 and KS4, supporting students to explore healthy eating, sustainability, and kitchen confidence. With two modern food tech rooms and strong technician support, you'll be well-equipped to plan exciting practicals and projects.

Key Features

• Teach KS3 and KS4 Food Preparation and Nutrition

• Contribute to extra-curricular cooking clubs and enrichment days

• Deliver interactive, culturally rich content promoting healthy lifestyles

• Engage with local partnerships including catering colleges and food producers