Food Technology Teacher Job at City of Westminster SWA Full Time

Food Technology Teacher – Secondary School

Location: Outer London Borough (East London area)

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Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Outer London Pay Scale (£37,870 – £56,959, M1–UPS3 depending on experience)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join a high-performing and inclusive secondary school located in an Outer London borough on a full-time, permanent basis from September.

This is a forward-thinking school with a strong reputation for high academic standards, excellent behaviour and a highly supportive leadership team. Staff benefit from a positive and collaborative working environment where professional development, consistency and high expectations are at the heart of the school culture.

The Design & Technology faculty is well-resourced and highly successful, with Food Technology playing a vital role in engaging students through practical, creative and real-world learning. Students are encouraged to develop strong culinary skills, nutritional understanding and independence through a carefully planned and ambitious curriculum.

The successful Food Technology Teacher will join a supportive department where teaching and learning is consistently strong and where innovation and creativity in lesson delivery are actively encouraged. The school offers excellent specialist facilities, including modern food preparation rooms, enabling high-quality practical learning experiences for all students.

This role would suit an ECT or an experienced Food Technology Teacher, with strong potential for growth and development in a well-supported environment.

What the school is looking for:

• A qualified and enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher

• Strong subject knowledge in Food Preparation and Nutrition / D&T

• Ability to deliver engaging and practical lessons

• Commitment to high standards and student achievement

• Strong classroom management skills

Essential requirement:

Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have the ability to teach Food Technology/Design & Technology across

Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. All applicants must hold the RIGHT TO WORK in the UK – NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE.

Why apply:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-led Outer London secondary school offering strong leadership, excellent CPD and a highly supportive teaching environment. The school is committed to staff development and provides clear opportunities for progression and career growth.

Early applications are strongly encouraged as the school is keen to offer immediate interviews and trial lessons for suitable candidates. xsabvtc

Apply today with your CV and supporting statement to secure your place for September.