Food Technology Teacher – Supportive School

A supportive and inclusive 11–18 secondary school in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a talented and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join their Creative Technologies Faculty from January 2026.

The school has earned a reputation for exceptional pastoral care, innovative teaching, and a curriculum that balances academic achievement with real-world learning. Staff enjoy a warm, collaborative culture and a genuine focus on wellbeing and professional growth.

This full-time, permanent position offers the opportunity to teach Food Preparation and Nutrition across KS3–KS5, inspiring students to develop both practical cooking ability and a deep understanding of nutrition, sustainability, and cultural diversity in food.

The department features modern, purpose-built teaching kitchens, each equipped with demonstration stations, digital screens, and high-quality resources that enable interactive and creative learning.

• Plan engaging, hands‑on lessons that promote healthy eating and practical life skills
• Prepare students for GCSE and A‑Level Food Preparation and Nutrition examinations
• Lead extracurricular activities such as cookery clubs and charity bake events
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote cross‑curricular links with Health & PE and Science

• Excellent mentoring and ongoing professional development
• Collaborative, supportive leadership team
• Small class sizes and engaged learners
• Free lunch, parking, and staff wellbeing initiatives
• Opportunities to lead food and sustainability projects across the school

• QTS / PGCE and degree in Food Technology, Nutrition, or related field
• Strong practical and creative teaching ability
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Passion for promoting health, sustainability, and creativity in education

Applications are invited from enthusiastic Food Technology Teachers eager to join a supportive Weston-super-Mare school where creativity, care, and achievement are central to student success.