Food Technology Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable teaching agency is seeking a Food Technology Teacher for a secondary school in Chigwell, Essex. The role is full-time with the potential to transition to a permanent position. The ideal candidate will teach Hospitality & Catering across Key Stages 3-5, plan engaging lessons, and manage practical cookery workshops while ensuring health and safety standards. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaboration within the department.

Benefits

On-site parking

Potential for permanent role

Qualifications

• Proven secondary teaching experience in Food Technology or Hospitality & Catering.
• Excellent subject knowledge and practical cookery skills.
• Experience managing practical workshops with a focus on health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Teach Hospitality & Catering to students aged 11-18.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire students.
• Manage the practical environment safely and effectively.

Skills

Food Technology

Hospitality & Catering

Health & Safety

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Food Technology Teacher (Hospitality & Catering)

Location: Secondary School in Chigwell, Essex (well‑connected via Central Line, on‑site parking available)

Contract: Full time, initially on a temporary basis through Prospero Teaching with transition to a permanent role for the right candidate

Start Date: As soon as possible

About The School

You will be joining a large, successful and heavily oversubscribed mixed 11‑18 secondary school in the Chigwell area. The school is located on a spacious single site surrounded by green areas, with excellent transport links into London.

This school prides itself on strong teaching, a positive ethos and specialist accommodation across subjects including modernised Dining, Technology and Catering facilities.

The Role

• Teach Hospitality & Catering (and/or Food Technology) across Key Stages 3‑5 to students aged 11‑18.
• Plan and deliver dynamic, engaging lessons that inspire students, develop strong skills in catering, food prep, service and evaluation.
• Manage the practical environment safely and effectively (including health & safety, hygiene, specialist equipment).
• Assess student work, provide timely feedback, and support students to achieve strong outcomes.
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities and the wider opportunity curriculum that the school values.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong secondary teaching experience in Food Technology / Hospitality & Catering (if not QTS, then demonstrated proven experience in secondary teaching with excellent results).
• Excellent subject knowledge of Hospitality & Catering, Food Technology, practical cookery, service and evaluation.
• A passion for creating motivational, inclusive lessons that engage and challenge students of differing abilities.
• Experience managing practical workshops and catering environments with a clear focus on health & safety and hygiene.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset and the ability to contribute positively to department and school life.

Why join?

This is a genuine temp to perm opportunity: begin via Prospero, and for the right fit you will transition into a permanent role with the school.

On‑site parking is available, making commuting convenient.

You’ll be working in a thriving department, within a school with excellent facilities and strong community reputation.

The school’s ethos promotes a positive working environment where student welfare and staff well‑being are valued.

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to make a positive impact in secondary schools, we want to hear from you.