Food Technology Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational recruitment agency is looking for an enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher to join a supportive Pupil Referral Unit in Bromley-by-Bow. The role focuses on engaging and inspiring students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs through innovative teaching methods, ensuring a positive learning experience. Ideal candidates will possess QTS or QTLS and have a passion for transforming educational outcomes.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Small class sizes

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Food Technology, ideally within a PRU or SEN environment.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding practices.
• Ability to inspire and engage students facing learning barriers.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across Key Stages 3 & 4.
• Deliver engaging and practical lessons promoting nutrition and cooking skills.
• Adapt curriculum to diverse learner needs.

Skills

Creative lesson delivery

Adaptability

Behaviour management

Strong communication skills

Education

QTS or QTLS

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Food Technology Teacher to join a supportive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Bromley-by-Bow. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with young people who may have faced barriers to learning, helping them re-engage with education and develop essential life skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across Key Stages 3 & 4 to small groups of students with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.
• Deliver engaging, practical lessons that promote healthy eating, nutrition awareness, and basic cooking skills.
• Adapt the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring lessons are accessible, creative, and hands-on.
• Use food tech as a tool to develop students\' independence, confidence, and teamwork skills.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, and external agencies to support each student\'s personal and academic development.
• Ensure a safe, well-managed classroom environment, particularly in relation to health & safety procedures within a food technology room.

Qualifications

• QTS or QTLS (applications from unqualified teachers with relevant experience will be considered).
• Experience teaching Food Technology, ideally within a PRU, SEN, or alternative provision.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management strategies.
• Creativity, resilience, and the ability to inspire disengaged learners.

Benefits

• A supportive, collaborative team committed to transforming outcomes for young people.
• Small class sizes and high levels of teaching assistant support.
• Ongoing CPD opportunities to develop your skills in SEN and SEMH teaching.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
• This role is being managed by Tradewind Recruitment.
• To apply, please respond directly to this job ad or email