Food Technology Teacher

PK Education Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education are recruiting for a qualified Food Technology Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in Chesterfield, starting immediately after October half-term.

This is a full-time, temporary role covering KS3 and KS4, initially until Christmas, with a focus on practical cooking, nutrition and food safety alongside theory. You will plan, assess and support students in a hands-on learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Food Technology in UK secondary schools.
• Experience delivering practical lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, nutrition and kitchen safety.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Available to start after October half-term.
• Enhanced DBS Check or willingness to undergo.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology to KS3 and KS4 students.
• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons.
• Cover full-time timetable initially until Christmas.
• Plan, mark and assess student progress.
• Maintain a safe, well-organised practical classroom.
• Collaborate with the Design Technology department.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Food Technology

KS3/KS4 teaching

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Food Technology Teacher Chesterfield

Location: Chesterfield
Start Date: After October Half-Term (November 2026)
Contract: Full-time, Temporary
Duration: Initially Until Christmas
Salary: Competitive Daily Rates

Job Description

PK Education are recruiting for a qualified Food Technology Teacher to join a well-established secondary school in Chesterfield, starting immediately after October half-term.

This is a full-time teaching position covering KS3 and KS4, initially running until Christmas, with the possibility of further opportunities depending on school requirements.

The school provides a broad and practical curriculum, with a strong focus on developing students' independence, creativity and essential life skills. Food Technology plays an important role in helping students develop their understanding of nutrition, healthy eating, food preparation and practical cooking techniques.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Food Technology specialist who enjoys delivering hands-on lessons and helping students develop confidence in a practical learning environment.

The Role

• Teaching Food Technology across KS3 and KS4

• Full‑time position starting after October half‑term

• Initially running until Christmas

• Delivering engaging practical and theory‑based lessons

• Teaching food preparation, nutrition, hygiene and safety

• Supporting students with practical skills and coursework where applicable

• Planning, marking and assessing student progress

• Maintaining a safe and well‑organised practical classroom

• Working collaboratively with the Design Technology department

The Ideal Candidate

• Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Have experience teaching Food Technology within a UK secondary school

• Confident delivering practical lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, nutrition and kitchen safety

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

• Available to start after October half‑term

• Hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check

Why Is This a Great Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to work within an established Chesterfield secondary school that values practical learning and encourages students to develop skills beyond the classroom.

The role offers a chance to deliver a varied Food Technology curriculum, combining practical cooking activities with important knowledge of nutrition, food science and healthy lifestyles.

With a full‑time timetable secured until Christmas initially, this is ideal for a teacher looking for a consistent placement rather than day‑to‑day supply.