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Food Technology Teacher

Estuary Academy · Gravesend · Kent

Job description

Salary: MPS/UPS

Hours/Term Time/Full Time: Full Time

Location: Gravesend

Start Date: TBC

Food Technology Teacher

We are looking for a teacher with a Food Tech specialism whose subject knowledge, pedagogy and enthusiasm will engage even the most reluctant learner.

We are looking for a hard-working teacher who can quickly build positive relationships with young people and adults and who wants to have a transformational impact on the lives of the most disadvantaged young people.

Who we are looking for:

A qualified teacher with experience in alternative provision or mainstream, or an ECT. determined to combine professional development with life-changing teaching or

An Unqualified Teacher, educated to degree level who would engage in Teacher Training whilst being fully supported within our school.

The subject knowledge and classroom practice to teach across Key Stages 4.

  • A commitment to motivating learners while challenging and supporting them to achieve their potential.
  • Organised, resourceful and proactive.
  • Desire to continually improve own teaching and classroom practice.

This is a full-time, permanent position open to UQT/ECT/MPS + SEN allowance.

Temporary Initial Mentor TLR with possibility of becoming permanent

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge

Are you passionate about working with children and young people with SEMH needs whilst transforming lives, through real opportunities to engage in the education they are entitled to.

Do you dream of joining a team of like-minded professionals?

Do you…

Ever wondered what it would be like to work for a Trust who not only fully support your professional development but put your well-being at the heart of decision making?

The Trust/School can offer you:

An organisation with a clear moral purpose to change young people’s lives.

A commitment to support you, in developing new skills through a wide range of professional development opportunities and experiences.

The opportunity to work with a dedicated passionate team of professionals.

Access to our 24/7 employee assistance scheme.

Term-time hours and flexible working.

Additional paid week leave in October for wellbeing purposes.

Five Year Service award for Support Staff.

Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.

Eye care reimbursement.

Eligibility to discount schemes such as Blue Light.

Applications must be received no later than the closing date on the advert. Applications received after this date will not be considered. To help manage applications efficiently, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a strong response therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We may also interview shortlisted candidates before the official closing date.

Further information about Estuary Academy North can be found on our website.

Closing date: 5th November 2026

Interview date: TBC

Further questions

If you have any further questions, please contact Katie Murray (HR Officer) kmurray@estuaryacademy.co.uk 01474332897

Apply now

Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

Estuary Academy

Academy alternative provision sponsor led · Ages 11–16

Good
Pupils
48
Avg teacher salary
£42,998
Pupil:teacher ratio
11:1
Academy trust
ALTERNATIVE LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Gravesend, Kent, DA12 4DJ

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Salary
£34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (FTE) Plus SEN
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
5 October 2026
Closing date
5 November 2026

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