Are you a newly qualified Food Technology ECT looking for your first permanent teaching role in a warm, well-supported, and creative school? A thriving and inclusive secondary school in Bournemouth is welcoming applications from trainee Food Technology teachers for a full-time position starting in September 2025.
This Food Technology ECT role is part of a dynamic Design & Technology faculty and offers access to state-of-the-art kitchens, supportive colleagues, and a student body that enjoys hands-on, skills-based learning.
Key responsibilities for this Food Technology ECT position include:
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Teaching engaging and practical Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
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Developing students’ culinary skills, knowledge of nutrition, and food hygiene awareness
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Planning and delivering lessons that encourage creativity and healthy living
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Supporting students with coursework and assessments in line with national standards
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Working with DT colleagues to integrate food with broader STEM themes
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Participating in ECT induction and targeted professional development
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Encouraging participation in cooking clubs, competitions, and community events
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Helping create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment
We welcome applications from Food Technology ECTs who:
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Have a degree in a relevant field (Food, Nutrition, Hospitality, etc.) and are completing QTS in 2025
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Are passionate about teaching food and the life skills it imparts
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Bring strong subject knowledge and a love for practical teaching
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Are motivated to contribute to wider school life and learning beyond the classroom
Join this inclusive school in Bournemouth and begin your teaching journey as a valued Food Technology ECT in a supportive and enriching environment