Food Technology Teacher

Parker Smith Inclusion; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A therapeutic education institution in London is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to deliver engaging lessons. The successful candidate will inspire students, prepare them for GCSEs, and create a positive learning environment, focusing on essential life skills like food preparation and hygiene. This role requires Qualified Teacher Status and experience in supporting diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Food Technology up to GCSE level.
• Passionate about delivering practical learning experiences.
• Skilled at adapting teaching for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Food Technology lessons to diverse students.
• Support and motivate learners facing challenges.
• Prepare students for GCSE assessments.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Strong classroom management

Communication skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Education

Certification in Food Technology

Job description

Overview

A therapeutic social, emotional, mental health school based in Stratford is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to deliver engaging, practical, and academic Food Tech lessons. You will inspire KS2 and KS3 and guide KS4 learnings up to GCSE level, creating engaging lessons to help pupils gain essential life skills, including food preparation, food hygiene, and healthy eating guidance. This class is the students’ favourite lesson, keeping them engaged, calm, and eager to learn, giving you space to teach meaningful lessons that impact their time at school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, practical, and theory-based Food Technology lessons to students with diverse needs.
• Support and motivate learners who may have faced challenges in mainstream education.
• Prepare students for GCSE assessments, tailoring lessons to individual abilities.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity and confidence.
• Work closely with staff, families, and external agencies to support student progress and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the school team to monitor pupil progress and wellbeing.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Food Technology up to GCSE level.
• Passionate about delivering practical, hands-on learning experiences.
• Skilled at adapting teaching approaches to meet the needs of vulnerable or disengaged learners.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Committed to helping every student achieve their potential.
• Food hygiene & first aid certificate.
• Experience within an SEMH/PRU Setting or teaching secondary students.
• Enhanced DBS (via Update Service) or the ability to process one via Parker Smith Inclusion.

If you would like to find out more regarding this role please call 0203 011 4848.