Food Technology Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 22,140 - 36,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD access to 2,500 courses

Dedicated education consultant

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher for a secondary school in Scunthorpe. You will plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons, helping students develop cooking skills and nutrition knowledge in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will have QTS and experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary setting, strong behaviour management, and a commitment to safeguarding. This is a long-term opportunity with CPD access.

Qualifications

• QTS or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary school setting
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for food education
• Ability to motivate and engage learners
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Inspire students to develop practical cooking skills and nutrition knowledge
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management
• Ensure health and safety in the food technology department
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and department

Skills

QTS / teaching qualification

Food Technology expertise

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Student engagement

Safeguarding

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Food Technology Teacher - Scunthorpe

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Scunthorpe. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher or experienced Food Technology specialist looking to inspire students and develop their practical cooking, nutrition, and food preparation skills.

The Role

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Inspire students to develop practical cooking skills and knowledge of nutrition
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management
• Ensure all health and safety procedures within the food technology department are followed
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and department

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary school setting
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for food education
• The ability to motivate and engage learners of all abilities
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

What Tradewind Offers

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Flexible work options to suit your circumstances
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College
• A dedicated education consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Opportunities to develop your teaching career within local schools

Location

Scunthorpe

Start Date

September 2026

Apply Today

If you are an enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Scunthorpe, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your teaching career with Tradewind Recruitment.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.