Location: Bath, Somerset
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
A dynamic, high-achieving secondary school in Bath is looking to appoint a Food & Nutrition Teacher with a passion for practical learning, healthy living, and sustainability. You’ll join a progressive DT department in September 2025.
Position overview:
You will teach Food and Nutrition at KS3–KS4, guiding students through practical skills and nutritional theory aimed at real-world contexts. The school values sustainability and enterprise, often linking food tech to local projects.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver engaging theoretical and practical lessons in food tech
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Manage kitchen safety and encourage healthy eating habits
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Support coursework and regulated assessments
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Run after-school cookery clubs and community café initiatives
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Work with colleagues to design lesson paths and integrate STEM learning
Ideal Candidate:
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Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or related field; QTS essential
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Experience in teaching food tech at secondary level
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Committed to creative, healthy, and sustainable curriculum design
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Confident with kitchen management and health standards
School context:
A highly selective school rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, with modern kitchen spaces and full technician support. Staff benefit from response-based planning and strong career progression pathways.
Benefits:
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Enterprise and sustainability budgets for schemes and competitions
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CPD in food pedagogy and leadership
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Opportunities to lead food-related enterprise or health initiatives
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Welcoming community with excellent pastoral care