Food Technology Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks a Food Technology Teacher in Devon and Torbay to teach across KS3, KS4 & KS5. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons with a focus on practical skills and supporting students with special educational needs, particularly Autism. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, resilience, and a passion for inclusive education. Registration with the update service for a DBS Certificate is required, along with the ability to create tailored lesson plans.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with Autism.
• Strong practical background in catering.
• Ability to plan lessons tailored to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4 & KS5.
• Deliver engaging, practical lessons.
• Maintain a calm, supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with special educational needs

Strong food preparation skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to adapt lessons

Education

Enhanced Child or Child & Adult Workforce DBS Certificate

Job description

Contract Type: Long Term
Start Date: Immediate
Schedule: Monday - Friday (Full-Time)

About the Role

• Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4 & KS5.
• Class sizes are small (5-8 students) to ensure personalized learning.
• Deliver engaging, practical lessons that develop cooking and catering skills.
• Implement Positive Behaviour Strategies and maintain a calm, supportive classroom environment.

What We're Looking For

• Experience teaching or working with students with special educational needs, particularly Autism.
• Strong practical background in food preparation, catering, or related fields.
• Ability to plan and deliver high-quality lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff, parents, and students.
• Resilience, patience, and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Enhanced Child or Child & Adult Workforce DBS Certificate registered on the update service.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and innovative teaching techniques.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.