Inspiring Food Tech Teacher — KS3/KS4, Fixed-Term

Teach Now; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now is recruiting a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join a specialist secondary school in Hertfordshire. You will teach KS3 and KS4, combining practical cooking with theory to build pupils' confidence, independence and life skills.

With QTS and strong subject knowledge, you will manage inclusive classrooms, differentiate for varied needs and promote wellbeing. Fixed-term, full-time post starting 28 September 2026, until July 2027.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience teaching Food Technology, Food and Nutrition or a related subject.
• Strong practical subject knowledge and confidence teaching KS3 and KS4.
• A patient, resilient approach with effective classroom and behaviour management.
• The ability to make learning accessible for pupils with varied needs.
• A commitment to inclusive education and supporting pupil wellbeing.
• Experience in a SEND or SEMH setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver practical and theory-based Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Develop pupils cooking techniques, food knowledge and safe working habits.
• Adapt activities to individual learning needs, building confidence through achievable challenges.
• Maintain a safe, organised practical classroom, with clear routines for hygiene and equipment use.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Support positive behaviour and pupils social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and provide general classroom cover when required.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiation

Adaptability

Education

QTS

Food Tech teaching experience

Job description

Teach Now is recruiting a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join a specialist secondary school in Hertfordshire. You will teach KS3 and KS4, combining practical cooking with theory to build pupils' confidence, independence and life skills.

With QTS and strong subject knowledge, you will manage inclusive classrooms, differentiate for varied needs and promote wellbeing. Fixed-term, full-time post starting 28 September 2026, until July 2027.