Teacher of Design and Technology, Food Specialis

Qualiteach Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment firm is seeking a qualified Teacher of Design and Technology specializing in Food. The position is based in Islington, starting in October 2025, offering a salary between £150 and £250 depending on experience. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment and developing student skills in food technology.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Food Technology teacher with experience.
• Strong knowledge of the AQA syllabus is preferred.
• Passion for teaching and inspiring students in food skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology to students in a mixed secondary school.
• Develop practical lessons that engage students.
• Help students acquire skills for affordable and nutritious cooking.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience with Food Technology

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or certification in Food Technology

Job description

Teacher of Design and Technology, Food Specialist – Islington – mixed secondary school academy – October 2025 start – £150‑£250 salary dependent on experience

About the role

I am currently working with a mainstream secondary school in Islington who are looking to appoint a qualified Food Technology teacher ASAP. As food is a vital part of our daily lives, the school are keen to ensure all students are taught the correct skills that enable them to feed themselves and others affordably and nutritiously. The aim of the department is to encourage students to work in partnership with their peers in practical lessons, share opinions and ideas. The successful food technology teacher will teach a full timetable alongside the AQA syllabus.

About the school

This secondary school based in the London borough of Islington caters to key stage 3, 4 and 5 to a mixed gender, mixed ability background with catering to approximately 750 students from different backgrounds. This good secondary academy school places their teaching and learning staff at the heart of what they do, ensuring that each individual is proud of the work they do and providing an experience where passion and enthusiasm is generated by both staff and students to generate the best possible outcomes. The school prides themselves upon the fact that they know each of their students personally and are committed to developing talent through education which inspires them to achieve in each aspect of life. The school has a good Ofsted rating.

If you are interested in this Teacher of Design and Technology, Food Specialist, click apply now or contact Mark at Qualiteach for more information.