Food Technology Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher for a full-time temporary role in Wakefield. You will deliver engaging lessons, teach cooking skills, promote health and safety, and support the Design & Technology department. The ideal candidate holds QTS and has recent UK secondary school experience. Competitive pay rates of £140–£220 per day are offered, along with robust support in well-equipped school environments.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Full-time placement with support

Access to CPD and training

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Food Technology in UK secondary schools is essential.
• Ability to manage food safety procedures confidently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach practical cooking skills with an emphasis on food science and nutrition.
• Promote health, safety, and hygiene standards in the classroom.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in Food Technology

Confident managing practical lessons

Creative and organised

Enthusiastic about teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Food Technology Teacher – Full-Time (Temporary)

Pay: £140–£220 per day (dependent on experience)

The Role

• Deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 advantageous)
• Teach practical cooking skills alongside food science and nutrition
• Promote health, safety, and hygiene in a practical learning environment
• Encourage creativity, independence, and confidence in the kitchen
• Support the wider Design & Technology department as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge in Food Technology or Food Preparation & Nutrition
• Confident managing practical lessons and food safety procedures
• Creative, organised, and enthusiastic about teaching
• Recent experience teaching Food Technology in UK secondary schools

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates (£140–£220)
• Full-time, temporary placement with consistency and support
• A friendly, experienced consultant who understands your needs
• Opportunities to work in well‑equipped and supportive school environments
• Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding support

If you’re a passionate Food Technology Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where practical skills and creativity are truly valued, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today with your CV and take the next step with Teaching Personnel – the UK’s leading education recruitment agency.

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