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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