Food Technology Teacher

Job Title: Food Technology Teacher
Location: Barking and Dagenham
Salary Range: £185 - £265 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long-Term to Permanent

Are you a passionate individual with a love for culinary education?

Do you thrive in inspiring students to explore the world of food, nutrition and practical cooking skills? If so, GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join a reputable secondary school in Barking and Dagenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your passion for food and nutrition with a rewarding teaching role, guiding students through the theoretical and practical aspects of food preparation, safety and sustainability.

About the Role

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will play a crucial role in equipping students with essential culinary skills, knowledge of nutrition and an understanding of the food industry. You will be responsible for planning and delivering dynamic lessons, fostering a love for food and healthy living and preparing students for GCSE and vocational qualifications.

Responsibilities of the Food Technology:

• Plan and deliver fun and engaging lessons in Food Technology.
• Teach students about food preparation, nutrition and hygiene.
• Ensure that all cooking activities follow health and safety guidelines.
• Assess students' progress and provide support where needed.
• Work closely with other teachers to improve the curriculum.
• Encourage creativity and independence in practical lessons.

Requirements of the Food Technology:

• A qualified teacher status (QTS) specialisation in Food Technology or a related field.
• Proven experience teaching Food Technology at the secondary level, including GCSE and/or vocational qualifications.
• Strong subject knowledge in nutrition, food preparation and health & safety regulations.
• A passion for practical learning, with the ability to inspire and engage students of all abilities.
• Experience teaching Food Technology at the secondary school level (ECTs are welcome to apply).
• Excellent classroom management skills and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Lucrative daily payscale of  £185 - £265, recognising your skills and dedication.
• Dedicated consultants who provide ongoing support throughout your teaching career.
• Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development.
• A chance to make a tangible impact on students' lives by developing their practical and theoretical food technology skills.

If you are a committed Food Technology Teacher eager to inspire and educate students in Barking and Dagenham, we would love to hear from you.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. 

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Food Technology Teacher’ in a secondary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.