Food Technology Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Scawsby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Education is recruiting on behalf of a Doncaster secondary school for a Teacher of Food Technology to start from the new academic year. The role covers KS3-4 and is full-time with a salary dependent on experience.

You will plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons, assess progress, and ensure safeguarding. A supportive department and ongoing CPD are provided, with opportunities for long-term or permanent roles.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Food Technology in a UK secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring students.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate students and raise attainment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Food Technology lessons that inspire students.
• Teach practical and theoretical aspects of food preparation, nutrition, health and food safety.
• Differentiate lessons to meet learners' varying abilities.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress in line with school policies.
• Create a safe, organised, and stimulating learning environment with health and safety procedures.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Excellent classroom management

Strong subject knowledge

Communication skills

Motivate students

Safeguarding awareness

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Teacher of Food Technology Location: Doncaster Start Date: New Academic Year (September) Contract: Full-time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Tradewind Education is recruiting on behalf of one of our valued secondary partnership schools in Doncaster for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Food Technology to join their team from the start of the new academic year.

This is an exciting opportunity to teach Food Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4 in a supportive and well-resourced department. The school is committed to delivering high-quality education and providing students with engaging, practical learning experiences that develop essential life skills.

The Role

As a Teacher of Food Technology, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Food Technology lessons that inspire students.
• Teach practical and theoretical aspects of food preparation, nutrition, health, and food safety.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress in line with school policies.
• Create a safe, organised, and stimulating learning environment, ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school and work collaboratively with colleagues.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Food Technology in a UK secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring young people.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• The ability to motivate students and raise attainment.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What Tradewind Education Offers

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Access to a wide range of opportunities across our partnership schools.
• Ongoing professional development and free CPD through the National College.
• A dedicated consultant providing personalised support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.