Food Technology Teacher | Secondary School | Birmingham

Position: Food Technology Teacher
Location: Birmingham
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Food Technology Teaching Role in a Secondary School

A well-established secondary school in Birmingham is seeking to appoint a Food Technology Teacher to join its Design & Technology department from September. This is a full-time role within a supportive and inclusive school that values creativity, practical learning, and high-quality teaching.

Food Technology is a popular subject within the school, with students encouraged to develop practical cooking skills, nutritional knowledge, food science understanding, and an appreciation of healthy lifestyles.

About the Role

You will teach Food Technology across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging practical and theory-based lessons that develop students’ confidence and competence in food preparation and nutrition.

Students will explore topics including food safety, nutrition, dietary needs, food provenance, product development, and food science while developing practical cooking and evaluative skills.

You will prepare students for GCSE and post-16 Food qualifications, supporting them in building strong practical, analytical, and examination skills.

You will work collaboratively within a successful department to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based Food Technology lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and post-16 Food qualifications

• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health and safety

• Assess student work and provide clear, constructive feedback

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support enrichment activities and wider departmental initiatives

The School Environment

This secondary school in Birmingham provides a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve strong academic outcomes and develop valuable practical life skills.

The Design & Technology department benefits from specialist food rooms, excellent resources, and a collaborative culture focused on creativity, innovation, and student success.

Leadership supports professional development and values teamwork, subject expertise, and high-quality teaching.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge in Food Technology and Nutrition

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching KS5 Food qualifications

• Experience preparing students for GCSE and post-16 examinations

• Food hygiene qualifications or relevant industry experience

• Ability to contribute to enrichment or healthy living initiatives

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Food Technology Teacher role in Birmingham starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.