Location: Aylesbury
Start Date: September 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £29,344 – £44,919
Effective practical lessons begin with clear structure, organisation and a focus on developing essential life skills. As a Food Technology Teacher, you will deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that inspire students to develop their culinary skills, nutritional knowledge and understanding of food preparation, safety and hygiene.
Key Responsibilities
Teach Food Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4
Deliver practical cooking lessons that develop students' confidence and technical skills
Teach food preparation, nutrition, healthy eating and food science concepts
Ensure strict adherence to food hygiene and health and safety regulations
Prepare students for GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition coursework and assessments
Manage ingredients, equipment and food technology resources effectively
Classroom Environment
Deliver practical lessons with clear structure and organisation
Encourage students to work independently and collaboratively in a kitchen environment
Prioritise food safety, hygiene and a positive learning atmosphere
Maintain high expectations for behaviour, participation and achievement
Skills and Experience
Experience teaching Food Technology, Food Preparation and Nutrition, or a related subject
Strong knowledge of food hygiene, nutrition and practical cooking techniques
Excellent organisational skills and attention to health and safety procedures
Confident classroom management and the ability to engage students in practical learning
What Success Looks Like
Students consistently produce high-quality practical and written work
Learners demonstrate confidence in food preparation, cooking techniques and nutrition knowledge
Coursework and practical assessments are completed to a high standard within set timelines
Lessons run smoothly, safely and efficiently, fostering student engagement and achievement
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable; however, we welcome applications from unqualified teachers, particularly those with engineering or design backgrounds.
What Supply Desk Offers You
Competitive rates of pay
Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme
Out-of-hours on-call support
Day-to-day or long-term assignments
Please contact Eliza on for further information and to apply below.
Supply Desk offers a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ bonus for anyone who introduces a teacher or teaching assistant. Please get in touch for full details.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which must be maintained throughout employment, and comply with Safer Recruitment standards
Salary description
£29344.00 - £44919.00 per year