Teacher of Food Technology

Job title: Teacher of Food Technology

Salary: M1 (£32,916) – UP3 (£51,048) + pension + additional Lift Schools benefits

School: Lift New Forest, Long Lane, Holbury, Hampshire, SO45 2PA

Hours: Full OR part time

Contract type: Fixed term contract

Start date: ASAP or April 2026

Lift Schools is an ambitious MAT of 59 schools. Lift New Forest is a successful 11‑16 academy adjacent to the New Forest National Park, serving the Hythe and Waterside community. Our vision is to enable ambitious futures for all members of our academy community, providing expert teaching of an exciting curriculum that fulfils the academic potential of every student.

We are looking to recruit a Teacher of Food Technology to fill a maternity leave vacancy. You will join a friendly technology team led by a dedicated Director of Art/Technology. The school has two modern food classrooms and a dedicated technician. Food is taught to all students in Key Stage 3 (maximum class size 15) and GCSE Food and Nutrition to Year 10 and Year 11.

You will be a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with strong subject knowledge in Food Technology, solid classroom management skills and a passion for the subject. You should have a successful track record of improving pupil education and know what excellent education looks like in a classroom. Whether you’re in your first year or your tenth, you will be warmly welcomed and supported.

• Comprehensive training:
  Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits:
  From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we’ve got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks:
  Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Please don’t wait until the closing date to apply – we will review applications as we receive them. Interviews will take place ASAP, so please don’t delay. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

For a confidential discussion before applying or to arrange a school tour please contact Jessica Billows, Recruitment Manager: jbillows

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, which includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and a prohibition from teaching check where applicable.

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.