QTS Food & Nutrition Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, is recruiting a part-time Food Technology teacher to join a welcoming secondary school from March 2027. The role covers KS3 and KS4 with GCSE preparation, 3 days per week on an alternating timetable.

You will plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons, uphold high standards of food hygiene and safety, and collaborate with the Design Technology department to support students’ culinary and scientific understanding.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Food Technology and/or Food Preparation & Nutrition.
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4, including GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition.
• Ability to plan and deliver practical cooking lessons independently.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety and classroom management.
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage full planning and preparation responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan, deliver and assess lessons with practical and theory components.
• Support GCSE pupils with practical skills and exam preparation.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour, safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with Design Technology department.

Skills

Food Technology

Food Preparation & Nutrition

KS3/KS4 Teaching

Practical cooking

Food hygiene

Classroom management

Planning & prep

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Cirencester, Gloucestershire | Part-Time - 3 Days Per Week | March 2027

TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a well-established, welcoming and highly regarded secondary school in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.

The school has a strong reputation for providing a supportive learning environment, high expectations and a broad, engaging curriculum. With excellent facilities and a committed teaching team, this is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Food Technology specialist to join a successful department.

We are seeking an experienced

Food Technology / Food Preparation & Nutrition Teacher to join the school from March 2027, teaching across KS3 and KS4 on a part-time basis.

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for planning, preparation and delivery of engaging practical and theory-based lessons, ensuring pupils develop their culinary skills, nutritional knowledge and understanding of food science.

Working Pattern - 3 Days Per Week

The school operates a two-week timetable:

Week A: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Week B: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

This is a teaching role with full planning and preparation responsibilities, rather than general supply cover.

The Role

Deliver engaging Food Technology and Food Preparation & Nutrition lessons across KS3 and KS4.

Take full responsibility for lesson planning, preparation, teaching and assessment.

Support GCSE pupils with practical skills, theoretical knowledge and examination preparation.

Plan and deliver safe, well-organised practical cooking lessons.

Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs.

Maintain high standards of behaviour, food hygiene and health and safety.

Work collaboratively with the wider Design Technology department.

The Ideal Candidate

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

Specific experience teaching Food Technology, Food Preparation & Nutrition or a closely related food/cooking specialism.

Experience teaching KS3 and KS4, ideally including GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition.

Confident planning and delivering practical cooking lessons independently.

Strong knowledge of food hygiene, kitchen safety and classroom management.

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage full planning and preparation responsibilities.

Availability to work the school's alternating three-day timetable.

Why Work with TeacherActive?

Competitive rates of pay, reflecting experience and teaching responsibilities.

A dedicated secondary education consultant offering honest, straightforward support.

Access to professional development and CPD opportunities.

Opportunities for long-term placements within supportive secondary schools.

A straightforward registration process and ongoing support throughout your placement.

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references and relevant pre-employment vetting.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.