Food Technology Teacher (KS3 & KS4) - North West London

Aspire People; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher for a supportive secondary school in North West London. The role requires planning engaging lessons, teaching practical skills, and nurturing creativity among students. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and a QTS teaching qualification, with strong classroom management and communication abilities. This is a great opportunity to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4 while enjoying competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for CPD and career progression

Supportive and creative department

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Food Technology or similar subjects at KS3 & KS4.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Teach practical and theoretical aspects of food preparation, nutrition, and culinary techniques.
• Encourage students to develop technical, creative, and problem-solving skills.
• Support students with coursework, practical assessments, and exam preparation.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities such as cooking clubs.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Excellent communication skills

Passion for practical learning

Education

Degree in Food Technology, Culinary Arts or Nutrition

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Food Technology Teacher (KS3 & KS4) - North West London

Company: Aspire People Limited

Aspire People is seeking a passionate and innovative Food Technology Teacher to join a dynamic and supportive secondary school in North West London. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, nurturing practical skills, creativity, and a lifelong love of cooking, nutrition, and food science.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Teach practical and theoretical aspects of food preparation, nutrition, and culinary techniques.
• Encourage students to develop technical, creative, and problem-solving skills.
• Support students with coursework, practical assessments, and exam preparation.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities such as cooking clubs, school catering projects, and competitions.

Requirements

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Degree in Food Technology, Culinary Arts, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Experience teaching Food Technology or similar subjects at KS3 & KS4.
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills.
• Passion for practical learning, creativity, and student engagement.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for CPD and career progression.
• A supportive and creative department.
• Access to Aspire People's extensive education network and resources.

If you are an enthusiastic and motivated Food Technology Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of chefs, nutritionists, and food innovators, we would love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.