Food Technology Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payroll

Exclusive deals: discounted shopping,

Wellbeing portal and support services

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher to join a supportive Design & Technology department for a January 2027 start. You will teach Food Technology to KS3/KS4, planning engaging practical and theory lessons while promoting safe kitchen practices.

The role emphasizes student engagement, progress assessment, and collaboration within a strong department culture in a well-established secondary school.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred.
• Experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary setting.
• Passion for practical learning and student engagement.
• Ability to inspire and motivate learners of all abilities.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Food Technology across KS3 and KS4.
• Planning and delivering engaging practical and theory lessons.
• Assessing student progress and supporting achievement.
• Promoting safe working practices within the kitchen environment.
• Working as part of a collaborative and supportive department.

Skills

Passion for practical learning

Experience teaching Food Technology in

Excellent organisational and verbal/

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred

Job description

Are you a passionate Food Technology Teacher looking for your next opportunity to start in January 2027? A welcoming secondary school is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to join its Design & Technology department, delivering engaging Food Technology lessons and inspiring students to develop practical skills and a love of the subject.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive school environment that values both academic achievement and personal development.

The Role

• Teaching Food Technology across KS3 and KS4
• Planning and delivering engaging practical and theory lessons
• Assessing student progress and supporting achievement
• Promoting safe working practices within the kitchen environment
• Working as part of a collaborative and supportive department

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred
• Experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary setting
• Passion for practical learning and student engagement
• Ability to inspire and motivate learners of all abilities
• Excellent organisational and communication skills

The School

This is a well-established secondary school serving students aged 11-16. Inspectors highlighted strong standards in personal development and wellbeing, recognising the positive school culture, extensive enrichment opportunities and effective support provided to pupils.

If you are an enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher looking to make a positive impact within a supportive school community, we would love to hear from you.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more.

Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.