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Food Tech Teacher - September Start

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bristol

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Job Description

Food Tech Teacher - September Start

Location: Bristol
Start Date: September 2026
0.8 / FT|

Key Stages 3 & 4 (KS5 experience welcomed)

I am recruiting alongside a high‑performing secondary school in Bristol for an enthusiastic and skilled Food Technology Teacher to join a well‑established and successful Design & Technology department. This is an excellent opportunity to teach Food Technology in a school with high academic standards, strong values and a clear commitment to student wellbeing and achievement.

✅ About the School & Food Technology:

This oversubscribed 11–18 secondary school is recognised for its calm learning environment, strong community ethos and high expectations of both staff and students. The school places a strong emphasis on traditional values, knowledge‑rich learning and high‑quality teaching, while maintaining a supportive and respectful culture.

Food Technology plays an important role within the curriculum, supporting students to:

Develop essential life skills and independent practical competence
Gain a strong understanding of nutrition, health and food science
Design, prepare and evaluate dishes with care, precision and creativity
Learn about food provenance, sustainability and safety
Build confidence, responsibility and pride in their practical work
The department is well‑resourced, well‑organised and highly collaborative, offering students a broad and ambitious Food Technology curriculum.

✅ The Role:

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:

Deliver engaging and high‑quality Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4
Teach both practical and theoretical content, including nutrition and food science
Plan structured and purposeful lessons that challenge and support all learners
Promote excellent standards of hygiene, safety and organisation in practical environments
Assess student progress and provide clear, constructive feedback
Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND
Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities
Work collaboratively within the wider DT department and school community

✅ Who This Role Suits:

Qualified Food Technology teachers (QTS or equivalent)
ECTs seeking strong support within a high‑performing school
Experienced teachers looking for a stable, values‑led environment
Educators passionate about food education, health and practical learning

✅ Experience & Requirements:

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
Strong subject knowledge in Food Technology / Food Preparation & Nutrition
Experience teaching Food Technology at KS3 and KS4 (including during training)
Strong classroom and practical lesson management skills
Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high expectations
Enhanced Child‑Only DBS (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your Food Technology experience and interest in the role.

Contact: Emilia Harris
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️ Closing Date: 30th June

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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