Food Technology Teacher 

Are you a passionate Food Technology Teacher looking for your next opportunity?

Whether you specialise in Food Technology, Food Preparation and Nutrition, or have experience teaching across the Design Technology curriculum, we want to hear from you!

We’re looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Food Technology Teachers to support secondary schools across Leeds. Whether you’re an experienced teacher, an ECT looking to build your experience, or simply looking for a new challenge, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to young people’s education and help students develop valuable practical skills for life.

What does a Food Technology Teacher do?

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach Food Preparation and Nutrition, Food Technology, or related subjects depending on your specialism
• Deliver practical cooking and food preparation lessons safely and effectively
• Teach students about nutrition, food science, healthy eating, and food preparation
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and promote positive learning attitudes
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback to support development
• Inspire students to develop their creativity, confidence, and practical skills
• Ensure appropriate health and safety and food hygiene procedures are followed during practical lessons
• Build positive relationships with students and encourage a genuine interest in food and nutrition
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the wider Design Technology department and school community

Why you’ll love this role:

• Make a real difference to the lives and education of young people
• Work across a variety of welcoming secondary schools in Leeds
• Gain experience across different school environments and Food Technology departments
• Access flexible opportunities to suit your career goals and availability
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Be part of an organisation that also gives back through community initiatives, such as the Make Life Kind Foundation

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching experience
• A degree or qualification in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, or a related subject
• Strong subject knowledge across Food Technology and Food Preparation and Nutrition
• Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and practical food preparation
• A passion for inspiring and motivating young people
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• ECTs are welcome to apply!

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay!
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance
• Flexible opportunities to suit your career and availability
• 5-Star rated with over 3,000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships
• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card
• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1,000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules
• School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements!
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone
• Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools, covering stigmatised topics such as mental health, discrimination, and exploitation
• We’re located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices!
• Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency!

If you’ve got the passion, creativity, knowledge, and enthusiasm to inspire the next generation of chefs, food scientists, and confident cooks, we want to hear from you.

Apply today – let’s find your next Food Technology teaching opportunity!

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