ABC Teachers | Exclusive MSP for Think Differently Education Trust ABC Teachers are seeking a skilled and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to work within an SEN school in Birmingham, part of the Think Differently Education Trust (who we are proud to be working with as a Managed Service Partner) Key Details Job Type: Teacher Start Date: ASAP Age range: KS3 – KS5 Contract: Agency supply with potential for permanent appointment Location: Birmingham School Type: SEN Salary: £150 - £170 per day The Role We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join our specialist team at Oscott Manor School, a community special school for learners aged 11–19 with autism and associated needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver an engaging and practical curriculum that develops pupils’ confidence, independence and essential life skills. You will plan and deliver creative, accessible lessons in a well-equipped food technology setting, carefully adapting learning to meet a wide range of abilities. Working closely with class teams and support staff, you will ensure all pupils can participate, achieve and make meaningful progress. The role includes embedding key skills such as communication, numeracy and personal development, while promoting high expectations within a structured, supportive environment. We are looking for a reflective practitioner with a strong commitment to inclusion, excellent classroom management skills and, ideally, experience within SEN or vocational education. You will play a vital role in preparing young people for adulthood, employment and greater independence. The School Part of the Think Differently Education Trust, the school is a vibrant and welcoming community special school providing education for young people aged 11 to 19 with autism as their primary diagnosis and an Education, Health and Care Plan in place. They are committed to creating a safe, respectful and inspiring environment where every pupil is listened to, encouraged to express themselves and supported to achieve their potential. The school ethos, grounded in the values of Ready, Respectful and Safe, reflects their belief in nurturing pupils’ talents and helping them develop confidence, independence and skills for life. They pride themselves on delivering a creative, broad and ambitious curriculum that combines classroom learning with real-life experiences, including employability and vocational options for older learners. Working closely with families and multi-disciplinary professionals, they tailor learning to individual strengths and needs, aiming to empower pupils toward future independence and meaningful community participation. As a UNICEF Rights Respecting School, they place children’s rights at the heart of all they do and strive to support every learner to thrive and succeed. Application requirements of Food Technology Teacher To be considered for the Food Technology Teacher role, you will: Hold a QTS or QTLS. We must be able to obtain valid references from recent roles. Hold, or be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS, registered to the Update Service ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About ABC Teachers ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. What ABC Teachers Offer As a valued employee of ABC Teachers and as a Food Technology Teacher you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. How to Apply If you are keen to work as a Food Technology Teacher and are committed to safe working and the supervision of young people, have experience with or have always wanted to work within SEND, then we would love to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our Huddersfield SEND Team. ABC Teachers is voted a top UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group. thinkdifferently