Location: Long Sutton, Lincolnshire
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary position
Start date: ASAP – October 2026
End date: July 2027
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
Teaching level: Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 (A-level)
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Long Sutton, Lincolnshire, on a full-time basis. This is a long-term opportunity for an immediate start, running until July 2027.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging and practical Food Technology lessons across the secondary curriculum, supporting students to develop their culinary skills, knowledge of nutrition, food science and healthy eating. The role will include teaching up to A-level, so experience delivering advanced-level content would be highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across KS3, GCSE and A-level, as appropriate.
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Prepare students for examinations and practical assessments.
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Develop students' understanding of nutrition, food preparation, cooking techniques and food science.
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Assess, monitor and report on student progress.
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Maintain high standards of classroom management and practical kitchen health and safety.
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Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of students of varying abilities.
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Contribute positively to the wider department and school community.
The Ideal Candidate
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Experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary school setting.
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Ability to teach GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition; A-level teaching experience is desirable.
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred, with experienced instructors also considered where appropriate.
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Strong subject knowledge and practical cooking skills.
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Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
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An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete the necessary safeguarding checks.
What We Offer
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Full-time teaching, five days per week.
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An immediate start, subject to recruitment and safeguarding checks.
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A long-term placement until July 2027.
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The opportunity to make a positive difference to students' learning and achievement.
To apply: Please submit your CV and details of your relevant teaching experience and qualifications. Early applications are encouraged
Salary description
£120.00 - £270.00 per day