Food Tech Teacher - Specialist Autism Secondary School | Harborne
Long Term Futures is recruiting an adaptable, passionate Food Tech Teacher to join a high-performing autism specialist secondary school in Harborne, Birmingham. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled teacher who thrives in structured, calm environments and who can deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons to students aged 11-19 with diverse sensory, communication and developmental needs.
This provision offers excellent support, strong leadership, low-arousal classrooms, autism-informed practice, and a focus on helping pupils develop meaningful life skills and independence.
Job Title: Food Technology Teacher - Autism Specialist Secondary School
Location: Harborne, Birmingham
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm
Pay: Main Pay Scale (UPS considered)
The Role
As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:
Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4 and KS5
Deliver differentiated lessons tailored to autism-specific learning profiles
Promote independence, confidence, communication and life skills
Ensure safe management of practical cooking sessions, equipment and materials
Adjust tasks and environments to support sensory needs, allergies and EHCP targets
Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and SEN specialists
Support accreditation, qualifications and personalised learning pathways
Contribute to curriculum development rooted in autism-informed practice
What We're Looking For
QTS or QTLS (Food Tech or related discipline)
Experience teaching Food Tech teacher in a school setting (SEN/autism desirable)
Strong understanding of sensory needs, communication differences and EHCPs
Excellent organisational skills and practical subject knowledge
Calm, patient, low-arousal approach with firm but supportive behaviour management
Ability to build trusting relationships and promote independence
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
About the School
Specialist secondary school for pupils with Autism aged 11-19
Well-equipped Food Technology rooms and structured routines
Highly supportive leadership and multi-disciplinary team
Strong focus on independence, life skills and personalised learning
Excellent CPD and autism-specialist training available
This is an ideal role for a Food Tech Teacher who values compassion, structure and meaningful impact in a specialist SEN environment.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
Long-term roles with real potential for permanent employment
No day-to-day supply - consistent full-time placement
Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support
Trial days instead of formal interviews
Free CPD: Autism Support, Behaviour Management, Communication Strategies & more
Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process
Apply - Submit your CV via the application page
Initial Call - We discuss your experience and preferences
Trial Day - Visit the school before committing
Start Work - Begin your new role if the school is the right fit
A valid DBS and two professional references are required.
For other Food Technology, SEN or specialist teaching roles, contact Tim at Long Term Futures