Secondary Teacher - Food Technology

First for Education; Tipton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Weekly PAYE

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

First For Education is partnering with a high-achieving Tipton school to recruit a dedicated Food Technology teacher for the new academic year. You will deliver engaging lessons across KS3–KS5, applying strong practicals and safeguarding best practices in a supportive environment.

The role is full-time and long-term, suitable for both experienced teachers and ECTs seeking development within a high-achieving secondary setting. A competitive daily rate applies, with PAYE paid weekly.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching across KS3 and KS4
• Ability to deliver lessons across a range of subjects
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Flexible and adaptable teaching approach
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the update service

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3–KS5 in Food Technology
• Adapt teaching to suit different classroom environments
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Ensure pupils stay engaged and on task
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Skills

QTS

KS3/KS4 teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Job description

First For Education is proud to be working in partnership with a high-achieving school to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic person in Food Technology Department.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified teacher with QTS and a strong background in Food Technology. They will be a passionate and knowledgeable subject specialist, confident in delivering engaging lessons that inspire creativity and love of Food Technology while achieving strong practical outcomes for students. We are actively recruiting for this role and welcome applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs looking to develop their career within a supportive and high-achieving school environment.

This is a full-time, long-term position for the new academic year, delivering lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3), Key Stage 4 (KS4) and Key Stage 5 desirable.

The school has a strong behaviour policy in place and a supportive senior leadership team, making it an excellent environment for a Secondary Teacher looking for a consistent role in Tipton.

Secondary Supply Teacher benefits

• Competitive daily rate (£150 – £250 per day, dependent on experience)
• PAYE paid weekly
• Long-term stability for the remainder of the academic year
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

Secondary Teacher role requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4)
• Ability to deliver lessons across a range of subjects
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A flexible and adaptable approach to teaching
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the update service

The successful Secondary Supply Teacher will

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects
• Adapt teaching to suit different classroom environments
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Ensure pupils remain engaged and on task
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and behaviour
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Safeguarding & Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment.

Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

Operam Education Group

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.