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A well-respected secondary school in the Bury area is seeking to appoint a Food Technology Teacher to join its Design & Technology department from September 2026.
Teacher of Food Technology – Secondary School (Bury)
Location: Bury
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent / Long-Term
Pay Rate: £168-£232 per day (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Role Overview
A well-respected secondary school in the Bury area is seeking to appoint a Food Technology Teacher to join its Design & Technology department from September 2026.
The school is committed to delivering a practical and engaging curriculum that supports creativity, independence, and essential life skills. This role would suit a teacher who enjoys combining theory with hands-on learning in a well-resourced setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach Food Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Deliver both practical and theory-based lessons, including nutrition and food safety
- Assess and track pupil progress, using outcomes to inform planning
- Prepare students for GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, where applicable
- Maintain a safe, organised, and well-managed teaching kitchen
- Contribute to departmental planning and enrichment activities
Person Specification
The successful candidate will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification
- Have experience teaching Food Technology or related DT subjects at secondary level
- Demonstrate strong subject knowledge in nutrition, food preparation, and hygiene
- Be confident managing practical lessons and classroom behaviour
- Show enthusiasm for engaging pupils through practical learning
- Work effectively as part of a collaborative department
Essential Requirements
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Two professional references related to working with children or young people
Why This Role?
- Supportive leadership and DT department
- Well-equipped Food Technology facilities
- Opportunity to inspire students with valuable life and vocational skills
- Positive and inclusive school environment
📩 To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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