Job Description
Food Technology Teacher – Blackpool (September Start)
Location: BlackpoolStart Date: September 2026Contract Type: Full-time (part-time considered)Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Blackpool from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students and develop their practical and theoretical understanding of food, nutrition, and healthy living.
You will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5 depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver high-quality Food Technology lessons
* Inspire and motivate students of all abilities
* Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress
* Maintain a safe and organised food preparation environment in line with health & safety standards
* Contribute to curriculum development within the Design & Technology department
The Ideal Candidate Will:
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Have experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary setting
* Possess strong subject knowledge and a passion for food education
* Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills
* Be committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
The School Offers:
* A supportive and collaborative department
* Well-equipped Food Technology facilities
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression
* A positive and inclusive school culture
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.