Teacher of Food Technology

Cornelius Vermuyden School; Winter Gardens; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Canvey Island is seeking a qualified Teacher of Food Technology. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about raising standards and able to teach across different abilities at Key Stages 3 and 4. This position offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional development and state-of-the-art technology. Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status and be committed to safeguarding for children. Applications are encouraged as they will not accept CVs alone.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

State-of-the-art technology support

Purpose-built Teacher Training Room

Qualifications

• The candidate must be qualified and enthusiastic about teaching Food Technology.
• They should be motivated and dynamic, with a focus on raising educational standards.
• Experience in teaching across age ranges is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology to pupils at Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Develop and improve Food Technology programs.
• Participate in professional development and training.

Skills

Teaching Food Technology

Passion for raising standards

Working with different ability groups

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of Food Technology at The Cornelius Vermuyden School

• Job Reference EDV/2025/CVS/27584
• Location Dinant Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 9QS
• Contract Type Permanent
• Contract Term Full-Time
• Salary £32,916.00 - £51,051.00 Annually (FTE)
• Closing Date 11:59pm, 11th Jan 2026
• Start Date April 2026 or as soon as possible
• Positions Available 1
• Interview Date(s) w/c 12 January 2026

About this Role

We are seeking to appoint a qualified and highly enthusiastic Teacher of Food Technology. The successful candidate will be a motivated and dynamic colleague, with a passion for raising standards and attainment. They will be able to teach across the ability and age range, supporting the development of Food Technology to the highest standards for all pupils at Key Stages 3 and 4.

Cornelius Vermuyden is the perfect place to take the next step in, or start, your teaching career. Whether you are just joining the teaching profession, or are looking for an exciting opportunity to further your career, you can be assured of our commitment to developing you as a professional through high‑quality support and training. Our offer of continued professional development will result in a personalised programme of support and training to enhance your skills and abilities, supported by state‑of‑the‑art technology. The school also boasts a purpose‑built Teacher Training Room for sharing practice.

Cornelius Vermuyden School promotes the values of Trauma Perceptive Practice (TPP) in all that we do:

• Compassion and Kindness
• Hope
• Connection and Belonging

Furthermore, we expect all of our staff to model and uphold these values to our school community.

CVs alone will not be accepted. CVs sent via a recruitment agency will not be considered. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if there is a good level of response. Please submit your application as early as possible.

Cornelius Vermuyden School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All postholders will be considered to work in regulated activity and will be required to have an enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact [e-mail]

Related Documents

• Food Tech Teacher (2).docx

Contact Details

Louise Collins, HR Administrator

01268 685011

[e-mail]

The Cornelius Vermuyden School

Dinant Avenue, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 9QS

01268 685011

[e-mail]