Food Technology Teacher (Maternity Cover) Location: Levenshulme Agency: Teaching Personnel School: Ofsted Good Secondary School with an Excellent Reputation Position: Full-Time, March Start (Maternity Cover) Salary: In line with PayScale Role Overview: Teaching Personnel is seeking a motivated and dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join an Ofsted-rated "Good" secondary school in Levenshulme. This full-time position, beginning in March, offers a wonderful opportunity to inspire students and contribute to a school celebrated for its inclusivity and academic excellence. Key Responsibilities: Teaching Excellence: Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering creativity, practical skills, and a deep understanding of food and nutrition. Curriculum Delivery: Ensure lessons align with the national curriculum, incorporating a mix of theory and practical work, including food preparation, cooking techniques, and nutritional education. Classroom Management: Create a safe and stimulating environment in the food technology classroom, adhering to health and safety standards during practical lessons. Assessment: Regularly assess student progress, providing constructive feedback and reporting achievements to both students and parents. Resource Management: Maintain and manage resources effectively, ensuring that materials and equipment are available and well-organized for lessons. Student Engagement: Inspire students to develop a passion for Food Technology and encourage them to think critically about healthy eating, sustainability, and food choices. Collaboration: Work closely with the Design and Technology department to share resources, best practices, and contribute to the development of the curriculum. Support and Guidance: Offer academic and pastoral support to students, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where every student feels valued. Whole School Participation: Engage in staff meetings, training sessions, and school events, contributing to the vibrant and collaborative school community. Ideal Candidate: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Holds QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification, with a specialism in Food Technology or Design Technology. Experience: Proven experience teaching Food Technology in a secondary school setting, with expertise in both practical and theoretical aspects of the subject. Health and Safety Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of health and safety regulations related to food preparation and kitchen environments. Subject Passion: Enthusiastic about Food Technology, with the ability to inspire students and instill a lifelong appreciation for cooking and nutrition. Adaptability: Skilled at differentiating lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with additional educational requirements. Strong Communicator: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. Team Player: Collaborative and supportive, with a commitment to contributing positively to the department and wider school community. Commitment to Excellence: High expectations for teaching standards, student outcomes, and personal professional development. Why Join This School? Ofsted Good Rating: Be part of a school recognized for its strong leadership and high-quality teaching. Excellent Reputation: Work in a diverse and inclusive school community that values creativity and innovation in education. Supportive Environment: Join a well-resourced department with a collaborative and forward-thinking team. Career Development: Benefit from opportunities for professional growth and a school culture that prioritizes staff wellbeing. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Food Technology Teacher to make a significant impact in a thriving and supportive educational environment. For more information or to apply, contact Teaching Personnel today All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.