Food Technology Teacher

Outcomes First Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Design & Food Tech Teacher to deliver engaging and hands-on lessons for pupils aged 5-19. This role requires Qualified Teacher Status and experience with autistic or special educational needs students. The school promotes collaboration, creativity, and a positive learning environment, offering a permanent contract with various health and wellbeing benefits, including a 4-Day Working Week. Join a supportive team dedicated to empowering students while achieving a healthy work/life balance.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is mandatory.
• Experience working with autistic or SEN pupils is highly desirable.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for teaching are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical lessons that engage pupils.
• Develop resources tailored to pupils’ needs.
• Support social and academic development of pupils.
• Maintain an inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with professionals to enhance learning.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience with autistic or SEN pupils

Creative and adaptable

Collaborative and supportive

Passionate about pupil achievement

Job description

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance and we re putting wellbeing first. That s why we re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it s already in place or just around the corner, now s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: Design & Food Tech Teacher

Location: Baston House School, Bromley, Kent BR2 7AB

Salary: £39,000 – £46,000 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30 am – 4.30 pm

Contract: Permanent Term Time Only

Start: December 2025

UK applicants only; no sponsorship available

About the Role

At Baston House, we believe learning should be engaging, hands‑on, and full of possibilities. You will deliver exciting lessons that encourage pupils to explore, experiment, and discover new skills whether in smart materials, CAD/CAM, graphics, textiles, resistant materials, electronics, photography, or animation. We welcome teachers who are passionate about developing their own expertise alongside pupils, bringing energy, creativity, and a growth mindset to the classroom every day. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the celebration of each child’s achievements.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver inspiring, practical lessons that bring learning to life
• Develop creative resources and activities tailored to pupils’ needs
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to enhance learning
• Participate in ongoing professional development, sharing ideas and learning with the team
• Promote Baston House as a hub of creativity, professionalism, and care

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience working with autistic or SEN pupils (highly desirable)
• Creative, adaptable, and enthusiastic about inspiring young people
• Collaborative, supportive, and committed to fostering an inclusive school environment
• Passionate about helping pupils achieve their full potential

About Us

Baston House is an independent day specialist provider of education and care for young people and adults aged 5 to 19 years who have been diagnosed with Autism (ASC). Baston House School ensures that our school environment supports learning and promotes the well‑being of pupils and staff through a strong sense of community cohesion. Creating a sense of community, develop social understanding, improve well‑being, enhance academic achievement, and develop independence are at the root of our school community. We work hard to provide a safe school where pupils are included in every aspect of school life. For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• A market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enabling you to choose the package that’s right for you, including a wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, Cycle to Work Schemes, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, Critical illness cover, Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.