Food Technology Teacher

TeacherActive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

CPD courses and certificates

Competitive pay

PAYE payroll

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher for a thriving secondary school in Southall, West London, starting in September. You will plan and deliver engaging practical and theory lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping pupils develop knowledge in nutrition, healthy eating and food safety while supporting GCSE preparation.

The role requires QTS and experience delivering GCSE content with strong practical cooking skills; you will foster high standards, differentiation and

Qualifications

• QTS essential
• Experience teaching Food Technology/Food Preparation and Nutrition
• Strong KS3/KS4 knowledge
• Experience delivering GCSE content
• Strong practical cooking and food preparation knowledge
• Knowledge of nutrition, food hygiene and safety
• Ability to plan engaging practical and theory-based lessons
• Strong classroom and behaviour management
• Creative and enthusiastic teaching approach
• Excellent organisation and communication
• Understanding safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology/Food Preparation and Nutrition across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and deliver engaging practical and theory lessons
• Deliver GCSE content where appropriate
• Teach pupils practical cooking and food preparation techniques
• Develop pupils’ understanding of nutrition and healthy eating
• Ensure high standards of food hygiene and safety
• Prepare and organise resources for practical lessons
• Differentiate teaching for individual abilities
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress
• Maintain a positive classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Follow safeguarding procedures

Skills

QTS

Food Technology

KS3/KS4

GCSE content

Food hygiene

Safeguarding

Lesson planning

Behaviour management

Education

QTS essential

Tools

Practical cooking

Job description

Job Title: Food Technology Teacher

Location: Southall, West London

Start Date: September

Contract: Full-time

Are you a qualified Food Technology Teacher with QTS who is passionate about delivering engaging, practical and creative lessons?

Do you have strong knowledge of Food Preparation and Nutrition, with the ability to teach pupils across KS3 and KS4?

Are you a Food Technology Teacher looking to join a successful and inclusive secondary school where pupils are encouraged to achieve high standards?

TeacherActive is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Southall, West London, starting in September.

The school is a diverse and inclusive secondary setting with a sixth form, providing pupils with a broad and ambitious curriculum. The school places a strong emphasis on high expectations, pupil achievement and preparing young people for their future.

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons across KS3 and KS4. You will help pupils develop their knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, healthy eating, food safety and practical cooking skills, while supporting students working towards relevant GCSE qualifications.

You will be responsible for creating a safe, organised and engaging practical learning environment where pupils can develop confidence and independence. You will ensure that appropriate health, safety and hygiene procedures are consistently followed during practical lessons.

Working alongside colleagues within the department and wider school, you will monitor pupil progress, differentiate learning and provide appropriate support and challenge to ensure pupils of different abilities can achieve their potential.

The successful Food Technology Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential


• Experience teaching Food Technology/Food Preparation and Nutrition


• Strong subject knowledge across KS3 and KS4


• Experience delivering GCSE-level content


• Strong practical cooking and food preparation knowledge


• A good understanding of nutrition, food hygiene and food safety


• The ability to plan engaging practical and theory-based lessons


• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills


• The ability to differentiate lessons for different abilities


• A creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching


• Excellent organisation and communication skills


• A strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing


• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Food Technology/Food Preparation and Nutrition across KS3 and KS4


• Plan and deliver engaging practical and theory lessons


• Deliver GCSE content where appropriate


• Teach pupils practical cooking and food preparation techniques


• Develop pupils’ understanding of nutrition, healthy eating and food science


• Ensure high standards of food hygiene, health and safety


• Prepare and organise resources for practical lessons


• Differentiate teaching according to pupils’ individual abilities


• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress


• Maintain a safe, organised and positive classroom environment


• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, creativity and independence


• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff


• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement


• Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise pupil wellbeing

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants to guide and support you throughout your assignments


• Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel


• Competitive rates of pay


• Support throughout the registration and placement process


• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend. Terms and Conditions apply


• Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, giving you peace of mind that the correct level of Tax and National Insurance is being paid, with no unexpected administration charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment