Inspire Future Chefs and Nutrition Experts! Join Us as a Food Technology Teacher.
Location: Sheffield
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time
Salary: £180 - £240 per day (based on experience)
Are you passionate about food, nutrition, and the art of teaching?
Do you love the idea of transforming classrooms into kitchens where creativity flourishes?
TeacherActive is seeking a dynamic Food Technology Teacher to bring enthusiasm, expertise, and inspiration to a forward-thinking school in Sheffield. Whether you're an experienced teacher or a newly qualified educator (NQT/ECT), this is your chance to make a meaningful impact on students eager to learn the essentials of cooking, nutrition, and healthy living.
As a Food Technology Teacher, you'll have the unique opportunity to:
1. Craft Engaging Lessons: Design hands-on, exciting lessons that bring food, nutrition, and culinary skills to life for students in line with the national curriculum.
2. Spark Curiosity: Encourage students to explore food preparation, nutrition, and the science of eating well. Your role is all about igniting passion and curiosity for lifelong skills.
3. Create a Safe, Innovative Space: Cultivate a supportive and encouraging learning environment where students feel safe to experiment, create, and grow their skills.
4. Track and Celebrate Progress: Provide constructive feedback to guide and inspire students, helping them build confidence and advance in their skills.
5. Collaborate and Grow: Work with a dedicated team to shape an engaging curriculum and bring exciting extracurricular opportunities to life in food and nutrition.
What We’re Looking For:
6. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
7. Experience Teaching Food Technology at KS3 and KS4
8. Strong classroom management
9. Excellent Communication and Organisation to create an impactful learning environment
10. A Passion for Education and a commitment to helping young people succeed
Why This Role?
11. Immediate Start: Start shaping young culinary minds right away!
12. Supportive, Collaborative Culture: Join a team that’s committed to supporting your growth and success.
13. Competitive Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a rewarding salary and benefits package.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of culinary talents, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and passion for food and education to Ellie Ashton on or press Apply now!
Don’t miss this chance to bring your culinary passion into the classroom and shape the chefs, nutritionists, and food scientists of tomorrow. Apply now and start making a difference today!
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.