Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1 (ECT Scale)
Food Technology ECT required from September 2025 to join a creative, forward-thinking DT department.
Full practical kitchen facilities and strong nutritional curriculum.
Deliver Food Prep & Nutrition for KS3–KS4, with scope to contribute to KS5 in future.
A vibrant and well-resourced secondary school in Bournemouth is seeking an enthusiastic Food Technology ECT. You’ll teach practical cookery skills, food science, and healthy eating across key stages, helping pupils gain practical confidence and academic understanding.
Experience and Qualifications
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Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or a related subject
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PGCE/SCITT leading to QTS by July 2025
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Creativity, strong classroom presence, and clear organisational skills
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Commitment to sustainable food education and community ethos
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Right to work in the UK
School Information
Rated ‘Good with Outstanding Personal Development’ by Ofsted, the school has up-to-date kitchens, prep rooms, and digital cooking visualisers. Food Tech is a core part of the DT programme and connects closely with health and wellbeing initiatives.
What’s Included
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Guided ECT programme with termly mentor reviews
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Curriculum involvement with local food producers and festivals
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Non-contact planning designated for termly recipe development and assessment
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Pathways to develop GCSE leads or KS5 roles in future years
Application
Submit your CV and a short statement on why you’re passionate about Food Technology education