Job description
Secondary Food Technology Teacher
Location: Prestwich
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time | Permanent / Long-Term
Salary: £168-£232 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Overview
We are working with a well-established and forward-thinking secondary school seeking to appoint a Food Technology Teacher to join their Design & Technology department.
The school prides itself on delivering a practical, engaging curriculum that equips students with valuable life skills, creativity, and an understanding of nutrition and food preparation.
The Role
You will teach Food Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to contribute to a wider Design & Technology curriculum. The role will involve both theoretical and practical teaching, ensuring students develop confidence in cooking, food safety, and healthy living.
Key Responsibilities
1. Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons in line with the national curriculum
2. Teach practical cooking skills alongside theory, including nutrition and food safety
3. Monitor and assess student progress, adapting lessons to meet individual needs
4. Prepare students for GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition (if applicable)
5. Maintain a safe and well-organised kitchen/classroom environment
6. Contribute to departmental planning and enrichment opportunities
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a teacher who:
7. Holds QTS (or equivalent teaching qualification)
8. Has experience teaching Food Technology or Design & Technology at secondary level
9. Demonstrates strong subject knowledge, including nutrition and food safety
10. Is confident managing practical classroom environments
11. Has excellent organisation and classroom management skills
12. Is passionate about inspiring students through practical learning
Requirements
✔ Right to work in the UK
✔ Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
✔ Two professional references relating to working with children
Why Apply?
13. Supportive and collaborative department
14. Well-equipped Food Technology facilities
15. Opportunity to deliver both practical and theory-based learning
16. Positive school culture focused on student engagement and achievement
📩 To apply: Please submit your most recent CV.
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