Food Technology Teacher

Supply Heroes; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Excellent CPD and career developmentOp

Supportive leadership and departmental

Job summary

Supply Heroes in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join its Design & Technology department from September 2026 at Perry Barr.

You will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, foster a positive learning environment, assess progress, and contribute to curriculum development. The role offers long-term prospects with potential permanent appointment in a supportive school.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary school setting.
• Ability to deliver engaging, practical lessons and assess student progress.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of teaching.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive.
• Assessing, monitoring, and supporting student progress.
• Promoting high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
• Supporting curriculum development and enrichment opportunities.
• Encouraging students to develop practical skills and subject knowledge beyond the classroom.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to share best practice and improve outcomes.

Job description

Food Technology Teacher

Location: Perry Barr, Birmingham

Job Type: Full Time, Long Term (Potential Permanent Opportunity)

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: MPS/UPS - Negotiable, dependent on experience

Food Technology Teacher Required

A welcoming and ambitious Secondary School in Perry Barr, Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join its successful Design & Technology department from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Food Technology Teacher looking for a full‑time, long‑term role with the potential to become permanent. The school has a Good Ofsted rating and is known for its inclusive culture, supportive leadership team, and commitment to helping both students and staff reach their full potential.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring Food Technology lessons, helping students develop practical skills, creativity, nutritional awareness, and a passion for the subject.

Working closely with departmental leaders and colleagues, you will contribute to the delivery of a high‑quality curriculum and help ensure students achieve strong academic outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive.
• Assessing, monitoring, and supporting student progress.
• Promoting high standards of teaching, learning and achievement.
• Supporting curriculum development and enrichment opportunities.
• Encouraging students to develop practical skills and subject knowledge beyond the classroom.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to share best practice and improve outcomes.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a teacher who is:

• An enthusiastic, dynamic and inspirational classroom practitioner.
• Experienced in teaching Food Technology within a secondary school setting.
• Passionate about their subject and able to inspire students of all abilities.
• Fully committed to raising standards and accelerating student progress.
• Skilled at planning and delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Able to challenge and motivate students to achieve their full potential.
• An effective team player with excellent communication skills.
• Committed to continuous professional development and educational excellence.
• A positive role model for students and colleagues.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• A Good‑rated school with high aspirations for all students.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.
• Exceptionally supportive leadership and departmental teams.
• Enthusiastic students who are keen to learn and succeed.
• An iPad provided for teaching staff.
• A well‑resourced teaching environment.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for promotion and career progression.
• A culture that promotes diversity, equality and inclusion.
• A caring school environment where staff wellbeing is valued.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Potential for the role to become permanent.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and forward‑thinking secondary school that is committed to delivering an exceptional education while investing heavily in staff development. The successful candidate will benefit from strong leadership, outstanding support and genuine opportunities for career progression.

If you are an experienced Food Technology Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive and inclusive school environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in line with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. Therefore, applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including an enhanced DBS check (unless on the update service) along with a variety of others including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This job advert is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and complies to the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Supply Heroes is an equal opportunities employer with a zero‑tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying or harassment on grounds of sex, age, race, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, sex characteristics, religion or beliefs