Teacher of Food Technology

Teacher of Food Technology Salary Range: £32,916 to £51,048 (Main/Upper Pay Ranges) Contract type: Full Time | Permanent Start date: 01 September 2026 Closing date: 4pm on Friday 12 June 2026 Interview dates: Shortly following the closing date Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of chefs, nutritionists, and creative thinkers? Do you have the energy and vision to bring Food Technology alive in the classroom? If so, The King Edmund School would love to hear from you! We are a thriving, secondary school with a vibrant and supportive staff team. We are seeking a dynamic Teacher of Food Technology to join our Design & Technology department. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference, delivering engaging lessons and helping our students develop vital life skills. We are also keen to hear from applicants with experience or interest in other DT subjects, including Product Design, Textiles, Engineering, and Graphics. If you have a passion for your subject and the drive to help our students succeed, we want to hear from you! We are determined to become the school of choice in Essex—a place where every young person is challenged, supported, and inspired to thrive. This isn’t a dream - it is a promise and you will be at the centre of delivering and creating this. The Role To deliver engaging and innovative lessons in Food Technology to students across KS3 and KS4 and to inspire students to develop practical skills, creativity and a passion for food and nutrition. You will contribute to the development of the Design & Technology curriculum including: • Plan and teach creative, high-quality lessons in Food Technology that motivate and challenge students • Assess, record, and report on the progress of students • Create an inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported • Collaborate with colleagues to develop cross-curricular links and enrichment opportunities • Take a proactive approach to your own professional d