Teacher of Food Tech

Timeplan Education Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Timeplan Education Group is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to deliver practical lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4 at a SEMH school in North London. The role focuses on developing life skills, healthy choices, and resilience through inclusive, trauma-aware teaching.

The ideal candidate holds QTS/QTLS or equivalent, has experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level, and can manage classrooms effectively while collaborating with pastoral teams.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level.
• Experience with SEMH, SEND, PRU or specialist education is highly desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed practice.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons for KS3/KS4.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse needs and EHCPs.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support students with SEMH and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with pastoral staff and support services.
• Contribute to EHCP reviews and progress meetings.
• Promote safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Skills

QTS / QTLS

Secondary teaching

SEMH/SEND experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Trauma-informed practice

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

QTS or teaching qualification

Job description

Job Title: Food Technology Teacher

Location: North London

Job Type: Full-Time

Food Technology Teacher - SEMH School

The Role

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will deliver engaging and practical lessons to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, adapting learning to meet a wide range of individual needs. You will encourage students to develop valuable life skills, confidence, independence, and healthy lifestyle choices through creative and inclusive teaching.

Working closely with pastoral staff, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help remove barriers to learning while promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and academic progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons that meet the needs of students with SEMH and additional learning needs.
• Differentiate learning to support students with varying abilities, EHCPs and SEND needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where students feel valued and supported.
• Teach practical cooking skills, food preparation, nutrition, food safety and healthy eating.
• Promote independence, confidence, resilience and life skills through practical learning.
• Build positive, consistent relationships with students using restorative and trauma-informed approaches.
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies that support emotional regulation and engagement.
• Assess, monitor and record student progress, providing regular feedback and adapting teaching accordingly.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety within the food technology classroom and kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral teams, SEND staff and external professionals.
• Contribute to EHCP reviews, progress meetings and individual support plans where required.
• Support students in preparing for accredited qualifications where appropriate.
• Promote safeguarding and student wellbeing at all times in line with statutory guidance.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level.
• Experience working within SEMH, SEND, PRU, Alternative Provision or specialist education is highly desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A patient, resilient and compassionate approach to supporting vulnerable young people.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed practice.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities.

Timeplan education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment.

The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997.

You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years,

Timeplan education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.