Food Technology Teacher

Benefitoutcomes First Group; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking a Food Technology Teacher in Horsham, offering a 4-Day Working Week trial while promoting practical skills for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons, monitoring progress, and collaborating with the leadership team. The ideal candidate should have QTS and the ability to support diverse learning needs. This permanent role offers an annual salary of up to £43,000 depending on experience, working 40 hours per week during term time.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support access

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Food Technology preferred.
• Knowledgeable about safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Food Technology lessons for students with SEN.
• Maintain a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Support literacy and numeracy interventions as needed.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in Food Technology

Understanding of SEN

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Job description

Job Title

Food Technology Teacher

Location

Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX

Salary

Up to £43,000 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)

Hours

40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract

Permanent | Term Time Only

Start Date

February 2026

Eligibility

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Overview

Join the Outcomes First Group and enjoy a 4‑Day Working Week trial, working one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while still receiving full‑time pay. Schools are preparing or have already introduced the 4DWW, and now is the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

About the Role

You will deliver high‑quality, engaging lessons tailored to the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), promoting practical skills, independence, and confidence in the kitchen. You will support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, create a calm and safe learning environment, and work closely with colleagues and the Senior Leadership Team to monitor progress, implement interventions, and drive continuous improvement across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and adapt Food Technology lessons for a range of additional needs across all key stages.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Track and monitor pupil progress, using assessment data to inform teaching and set targets.
• Support literacy and numeracy interventions within lessons as needed.
• Contribute to school development initiatives and report on teaching and learning to SLT.
• Cover classes as needed and provide additional support to colleagues.

Experience & Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience in or willingness to teach Food Technology.
• Understanding of pupils with SEN and strategies to support diverse learning needs.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Full driving licence and willingness to undertake professional training.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles.

About us

Manor House School is a DfE registered independent school catering for boys and girls with social, emotional and mental health needs between the ages of 7‑18 years old. We are part of Acorn Education, the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. In 2024 we were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education

We place the outcomes of pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day knowing your role makes a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll receive an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) – choose the package that’s right for you, including a wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support

Working Arrangements

You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. The 4‑Day Working Week is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

Compliance and Safeguarding

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Application Process

All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Vacancy Status

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.