Food Technology Teacher

The Food Technology Teacher position centres on instructional Excellence: Planning and delivering high-quality, practical-led lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. You will prepare students for GCSE Food Preparation and Nu. It would suit someone who can bring technical Proficiency: A high level of personal culinary skill and a deep understanding of the scientific principles behind food preparation to the role.

Where ownership sits

The Food Technology department is a vibrant and high-profile area of the school, housed in a modern, professional-standard catering suite. Our curriculum bridges the gap between traditional home economics and contemporary food science, focusing on the "why" as much as the "how" of cooking.

What the role carries

Instructional Excellence: Planning and delivering high-quality, practical-led lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. You will prepare students for GCSE Food Preparation and Nu. Sustainability and Ethics: Encouraging students to explore global food issues, including food waste reduction, seasonal sourcing, and the environmental impact of various diets. Culinary Mastery: Teaching a wide range of practical skills, from basic knife work and hygiene to complex techniques such as pastry making, sauce reduction, and decorative finishes.

What helps the work land well

Technical Proficiency: A high level of personal culinary skill and a deep understanding of the scientific principles behind food preparation.

What the role depends on

• Pedagogical Skill: The ability to manage a busy practical classroom effectively, ensuring all students are engaged, safe, and making progress during fast-paced cooking sessions.
• Communication and Rapport: The ability to inspire students of all backgrounds, fostering a love for food and a respect for the disciplined environment of a professional kitchen.
• Professional Investment: Access to specialized CPD, including Food Safety Level 2/3 certification and training in contemporary food science pedagogy.

Practical details

• Benefit from working in the heart of the Black Country, an area with a rich heritage and excellent transport links across the West Midlands.
• Additional detail: Training or development support may be provided.

Requirements mentioned

• Food Hygiene certificate