Food Technology Teacher

School Staff Direct; Harlow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Essex is looking for a passionate Food Technology Teacher to join their team full-time from September 2025. This role involves teaching across KS3 and KS4, promoting culinary skills and healthy living among students. You will be part of a supportive department dedicated to nurturing creativity in a practical learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience teaching Food Technology in secondary setting.
• Strong practical skills and knowledge of safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver engaging lessons focused on cookery and food science.
• Maintain a safe food preparation environment.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Practical Skills

Nutrition Knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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Are you passionate about cooking, nutrition, and teaching practical skills for life? A School in Essex is seeking a talented Food Technology Teacher to join their team full-time from September 2025.

This permanent role offers the opportunity to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering exciting and engaging lessons that equip students with vital culinary skills and knowledge. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT, you'll join a supportive department with excellent facilities and strong leadership.

You'll play a key role in encouraging creativity, healthy living, and hands-on learning. This is an ideal role for someone who wants to make a lasting impact in a subject that connects directly with students' lives.

Key Responsibilities

Teach Food Technology across KS3 and KS4

Deliver engaging, practical lessons focused on nutrition, cookery, and food science

Use assessment data to guide planning and support pupil progress

Maintain a safe and organised food preparation environment

Promote healthy living and a love for cooking

Contribute to department development and enrichment activities

Qualifications and Experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary setting

Strong practical skills and knowledge of nutrition and safety procedures

Excellent classroom management and communication

ECTs welcome - full induction and mentoring available

A passion for food, creativity, and hands-on learning

School Staff Direct and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. Sponsorship is not available.

If you're ready to bring passion and flavour to your teaching, apply today.

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