Food Technology Teacher

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering engaging and practical learning experiences that develop learners' independence, confidence and essential life skills. Working within our specialist setting, you will create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment that supports pupils with SEMH needs to achieve positive outcomes and prepare successfully for adulthood, further education, training and employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Food Technology lessons in line with curriculum requirements.
• Promote independence, healthy living, practical cooking skills and employability skills.
• Ensure safe practice and effective management of food hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to engage and motivate learners with SEMH needs.
• Support positive behaviour using trauma-informed and relational approaches.
• Assess and monitor learner progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and target setting.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals to support learner achievement and successful transitions.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Food Technology within a school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of practical and vocational learning.
• Passion for supporting pupils with SEMH and SEND needs.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with learners, families and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and professional development.