Food Technology Teacher at Samuel Ryder Academy

Samuel Ryder Academy; St Albans; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

SamuelRyder Academy in St Albans is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher to deliver engaging lessons across key stages. The role is open to experienced qualified teachers and Early Career Teachers, with a January 2027 start.

The Academy boasts strong OFSTED results, a forward-looking Apple-enabled learning environment and a commitment to professional development. Join Scholars' Education Trust with a supportive culture, excellent facilities, and opportunities to develop pedagogy within a

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status in the UK (QTS) or Early Career Teacher (ECT) eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology to a range of ages and abilities.
• Contribute to departmental planning and student development.

Skills

Food Technology

Job description

About this Role

SamuelRyder Academy- St Albans

Food Technology Teacher

MPS/UPS - Full Time/PartTime

Start date: January 2027

SamuelRyder Academy seeks an enthusiastic and inspirational Food Technology Teacher to teach across the age and ability range.This opportunity is open to experienced qualified teachers and early careerteachers. Samuel Ryder offers the successful candidate an inspiring andrewarding role.

OFSTEDinspected the Academy in April 2026 and judged the school as 'Strong Standard'in 6 categories and the 'Expected Standard' in the remaining 2 categories.

TheAcademy has a clear vision and ethos which has led to outstanding results andis the school of choice for local parents. Our specialisms are English and New Technologies, and as an AppleDistinguished School and Regional Training Centre for Apple, we have innovativeuse of iPad technology across the school. There are excellent facilities for both staff and students.

Weoffer an innovative induction and professional development programme,recognising that our staff are the key to our success. You will benefit fromsupportive colleagues, enthusiastic students and excellent facilities andresources. The Academy is part of Scholars' Education Trust.

Diversity

Scholars' Education Trust is fully committed to theprinciples of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We want toattract and retain the very best staff in all areas of the trust, ensuring ourstaff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.

Closingdate: 9am 16th October 2026

Interviewdate: TBC

Scholars' Education Trust

Scholars' Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure Barring Service

Declaration of criminaloffences

The trust is required togive you the opportunity to voluntarily declare convictions, cautions,reprimands or final warnings that are not 'protected' as defined by theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in2013 and 2020). You will be provided with a criminal self-declaration form bythe school if you are shortlisted for the post. All posts in schools are exemptfrom the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If you are appointed you will berequired to have an up to date Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)Certificate. The existence of a criminal background does not automatically meanthat you cannot be appointed but it may do so.