Food Technology Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher for a secondary school in Bournemouth. This exciting role involves engaging students through hands-on learning and a mastery-based curriculum. Ideal candidates will hold QTS, have experience in secondary education, and a strong commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. This position offers professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Access to CPD courses

Support from dedicated consultants

Potential for permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level.
• Ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Passion for culinary and nutritional understanding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Support students in practical and theoretical learning.
• Contribute to a department focused on creativity and excellence.

Skills

Classroom management

Engaging students

Hands-on learning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Food Technology Teacher – November 2025 Start
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Food Technology teacher looking for an exciting opportunity in a thriving secondary school? Teaching Personnel is seeking a passionate educator to join a strong and supportive team, delivering a dynamic mastery-based curriculum that rigorously prepares students by developing a wide range of skills and knowledge necessary for success across the key stages.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher or an ECT who is committed to inspiring students in the field of Food Technology. The role involves delivering engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, supporting students to develop their practical and theoretical understanding, and contributing to a department that values creativity, innovation, and excellence in teaching.

Responsibilities

• A welcoming and compassionate school environment that prioritises student success and well-being.
• The opportunity to teach across the key stages and contribute to curriculum development.
• A strong, collaborative team dedicated to high standards in teaching and learning.
• A school set in a beautiful coastal location, offering an excellent quality of life and work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression within a supportive setting.

Working with Teaching Personnel

This role is offered exclusively through Teaching Personnel, the UK’s leading education recruitment agency. Working with us means:

• Access to a vast network of schools and tailored teaching opportunities.
• Dedicated consultants who provide ongoing support and expert guidance throughout your placement.
• Access to accredited CPD courses and training designed to enhance your professional development.
• A smooth and efficient recruitment process focused on finding your ideal role.

About the School

The school is a high-performing and well-respected institution with a strong emphasis on academic excellence and student development. Technology subjects, including Food Technology, are central to the curriculum, equipping students with essential practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The school’s mastery-based learning approach ensures every student achieves a deep understanding of key concepts, fostering confidence and long-term success. The school community is caring, inclusive, and values both student and staff well-being.

Qualifications

• A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level.
• Ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• A passion for engaging students in hands-on learning and developing their culinary and nutritional understanding.
• Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
• A team player who is eager to contribute to the wider school community.

How to Apply

If you are an inspiring teacher ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join a fantastic school in the vibrant coastal town of Bournemouth and become part of a dedicated and passionate team.

For further details or to apply, please contact Teaching Personnel.

Important Information

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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