Food Technology Teacher

Master Class Education; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education service provider in East Grinstead seeks a dedicated Food Technology Teacher for a full-time permanent position. The role involves working with students who have SEMH needs and autism in a supportive, therapeutic environment focused on personalized education. Ideal candidates will have QTS and a passion for empowering students to thrive.

Benefits

Weekly pay (PAYE)

Fantastic holiday scheme

Access to CPD recognised online training

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience teaching at a secondary level.
• Understanding of SEMH and/or autism preferred.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Adapt teaching methods to individual learning needs.
• Promote a therapeutic learning environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Creative Approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Food Technology Teacher

East Grinstead Independent Special Day School
Start Date: September 2025
Full Time Permanent

Are you a passionate and resilient Food Tech Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact? We are working with a specialist independent day school in the East Grinstead area that supports students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism. The school provides a therapeutic learning environment tailored to the individual needs of all their students.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching at a secondary level.
• Understanding of, or experience with, SEMH and/or autism (preferred but not essential).
• Calm, creative, and flexible approach to teaching.
• Strong behaviour management and excellent communication skills.

Why Apply?

• Supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Smaller class sizes and excellent staff-to-student ratio.
• CPD opportunities and a chance to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Make a real difference in the lives of students who thrive with personalised support.

Interested? Apply now to be part of a team that values care, connection, and creativity in education.

Masterclass Education provide CPD recognised online training, covering subjects such as Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Understanding Child Development, Violence Reduction, and more, to all our candidates.

Must have:

• Ability to work well independently and as a team
• Has a passion to support and empower children and young people
• A DBS on the Updates Service or willing to obtain one
• Commitment to safeguarding students and young people

Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal, and bespoke service to our schools and candidates.

Masterclass Education offer many amazing benefits:

• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• A fantastic holiday scheme
• Specialised consultants on hand to help you with advice and support
• MCE Learning portal, you will have free access to all our online learning in the latest education developments (CPD recognised).
• Flexible work options to work around your personal circumstances.

Our focus at Masterclass is, and always will be, on helping education professionals find their dream position in a school where they will be able to truly excel. We are always happy to support ECTs and encourage applications from all Teachers and TAs of every experience and scale.

Masterclass Education work exclusively with a large amount of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools across the area who look for MCE staff to be with them on daily cover, short- and long-term contracts. Masterclasses are a part of the REC and Crown Commercial Service, offering the most valued and trusted service.

Masterclass Education are disability confident and therefore if you require any adjustments through the interview/registration process please do get in contact.

We look forward to your application or any questions you may have!