Lead Food Technology Teacher

Step Teachers; Brandon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Lead Food Technology Teacher to inspire students and enhance the department's performance starting in September 2025. The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent and have a proven track record of strong teaching outcomes. This role includes developing an engaging curriculum and mentoring team members, ensuring high standards in a dynamic learning environment.

Benefits

Access to exclusive deals

Enhanced well-being services

Weekly pay through PAYE

Amazon voucher referral bonus

Qualifications

• A qualified teacher with a specialism in Food Technology.
• Proven track record of excellent classroom teaching and strong student outcomes.
• Experience delivering GCSE and/or BTEC qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an engaging Food Technology curriculum.
• Inspire students to develop practical skills and understanding.
• Support and mentor team members.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Student motivation

Mentoring

Leadership qualities

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Food Technology teacher ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Lead Food Technology Teacher to join a dynamic team and drive excellence in teaching and learning across a Food Technology department. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as Lead Food Technology Teacher:

• Lead and develop an engaging, forward-thinking Food Technology curriculum.

• Inspire and motivate students to develop practical skills, creativity, and a strong understanding of nutrition and food science.

• Support and mentor team members, sharing best practice and fostering professional development.

• Take responsibility for departmental outcomes, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student progress.

• Promote a safe, inclusive and high-achieving learning environment within a well-resourced food technology suite.

Ideal Lead Food Technology Teacher:

• A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with a specialism in Food Technology.

• Proven track record of excellent classroom teaching and strong student outcomes.

• Experience of curriculum planning, assessment and delivering GCSE (and/or BTEC) qualifications.

• A commitment to raising aspirations and achievement across all key stages as Lead Food Technology Teacher.

• Strong leadership qualities with a collaborative and supportive approach.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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