Food Technology Teacher Alternative Provision North West

Position: Food Technology Teacher – Alternative Provision (11–16) Location: North West
Food Technology Teacher – Alternative Provision (11–16)

Location:

North West London
Setting:
Alternative Provision

Contract:

Full-time / Long-term (Permanent opportunities available)

Start Date:

ASAP
Salary:
Competitive (MPS/UPS considered depending on experience)

The Role We are seeking a resilient, compassionate, and creative Food Technology Teacher to join an 11–16 Alternative Provision in North West London. This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about re-engaging young people who have faced barriers to mainstream education and who thrives in a small-group, high-impact teaching environment.
You will deliver practical and meaningful Food Technology lessons that support both academic progress and essential life skills, helping pupils to build confidence, independence, and positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons to pupils aged 11–16
Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH, ADHD, behavioural challenges, or disrupted education
Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive practical learning environment
Use restorative and trauma-informed behaviour strategies
Assess and track progress in line with individual learning plans
Promote food safety, nutrition, and independence skills
Work collaboratively with pastoral staff, behaviour mentors, and senior leaders

The Ideal Candidate
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (unqualified teachers with strong AP experience may be considered)
Experience working within Alternative Provision, PRU, or SEMH settings (highly desirable)
Strong behaviour management with a calm, consistent approach
Ability to build positive relationships with challenging and vulnerable learners
Sound understanding of safeguarding and risk assessment in practical lessons
Flexible, patient, and solution-focused mindset

The Provision Offers
Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios
Well-resourced Food Technology facilities
Strong pastoral and leadership support
Ongoing CPD focused on behaviour, trauma-informed practice, and SEND
A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference

Safeguarding Statement:
This Alternative Provision is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references