Food And Nutrition Teacher

Food & Nutrition Teacher (Maternity Cover):
Smile Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school based in Stratford-upon-Avon, who are seeking a passionate and dedicated Food & Nutrition Teacher to cover a maternity leave from approximately February / March 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with a strong background in Food and Nutrition to make a positive impact within a supportive school community.
As a Food & Nutrition Teacher, you will deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across KS3 and GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition, in line with the national curriculum and exam board requirements. You will create a safe, inclusive, and well-organised practical learning environment, supporting students to develop both theoretical understanding and practical food skills.
You will join a collaborative and supportive department that values professional development and is committed to maintaining high standards of teaching and learning during the maternity cover period.
The ideal candidate will have:
QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
Experience teaching GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition
Strong subject knowledge in Food & Nutrition and confidence delivering both practical and theory lessons
Excellent classroom and practical room management, with a strong understanding of health and safety
A genuine passion for supporting young people and promoting confidence, creativity, and independence in learning

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you.
📧 Contact Megan via email at (url removed)
📞 Or call (phone number removed) to find out more.
Let’s inspire creativity, life skills, and a love of food—one lesson at a time.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks, including Prohibited List, Barred List, DBS, and qualifications verification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications