Food Technology Teacher
Location: Watford,Hertfordshire
Salary: £170-£230 a day
Contract Type: Full-time Monday- Friday
Start Date: January 2025
We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Food Technology Teacher to join our team and inspire the next generation of chefs, nutritionists, and food innovators!
The Role:
As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:
- Deliver engaging and creative lessons in food preparation, nutrition, and food science for KS3, KS4, and possibly KS5.
- Develop practical skills in students, ensuring a hands-on approach to learning.
- Prepare students for coursework and practical assessments, helping them achieve excellent results in their Food Technology qualifications.
- Create a safe and stimulating learning environment in the kitchen/classroom.
- Work collaboratively with the department to develop schemes of work, resources, and cross-curricular projects.
- Foster a passion for food, health, and wellbeing in students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality Food Technology lessons in line with the national curriculum.
- Guide students in the safe use of kitchen equipment and techniques.
- Manage and organise practical cooking sessions, ensuring health and safety standards are met.
- Support students' progress through clear assessment and feedback.
- Participate in school-wide events, including extracurricular clubs and initiatives linked to food and nutrition.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification.
- A degree or equivalent in Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related field.
- Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level is desirable.
- A passion for food, health, and inspiring young people.
- Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
Please apply if you are interested.