Food Technology Teacher

Food Technology Teacher | North Suffolk
January 2027 Start | Maternity Cover | Full or Part Time | MPS to UPS
About the opportunity
Think Education Partners is recruiting a qualified Food Technology Teacher for a maternity cover position at a secondary school in North Suffolk, starting in January 2027.
This opportunity is open to teachers seeking either full time or part time work. You will teach KS3 and KS4, combining practical cooking lessons with the knowledge pupils need to understand food, nutrition and safe food preparation.
If you are a Teacher of Food Technology who enjoys developing pupils’ practical skills and enthusiasm for the subject, I would like to hear from you.
Your objectives
As the school’s Food Technology Teacher, you will help pupils to:

* Develop confidence and independence in preparing and cooking food.

* Understand nutrition, ingredients and the principles behind food preparation.

* Build practical skills through lessons that are accessible and appropriately challenging.

* Make progress towards their learning goals and KS4 assessments.

* Develop safe and organised working habits in the kitchen.
Your responsibilities

* Plan and deliver Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.

* Balance practical activities with clear teaching of subject knowledge.

* Assess pupils’ work and provide feedback that helps them improve.

* Adapt lessons to meet different abilities and learning needs, including SEND.

* Set clear expectations for behaviour, hygiene and the safe use of equipment.

* Work with colleagues to support consistent teaching and pupils’ progress.

* Contribute to safeguarding and the wider life of the school.
What we are looking for

To apply for this Food Technology Teacher role, you must:

* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

* Be trained in Food Technology, with the subject knowledge and practical skills to teach KS3 and KS4.

* Understand how to plan and manage safe, effective practical lessons.

* Have strong classroom management and organisational skills.

* Be committed to helping pupils of different abilities succeed.

* Be available to start in January 2027.
If you describe your specialism as Food Preparation and Nutrition or Food and Nutrition, and meet the requirements above, please get in touch.
What the role offers

* MPS to UPS pay scale.

* Full time or part time applications considered, allowing you to discuss your preferred working pattern.

* A January start, giving you time to plan your next move.

* A maternity cover role teaching your specialist subject across KS3 and KS4.

* A personal point of contact at Think Education Partners to discuss the vacancy and support your application.
Apply or find out more
Interested in this Food Technology Teacher opportunity in North Suffolk? Send your CV to Rachel Smoothy or get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role and your availability