Food Technology Teacher
Posted a day ago
- Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
- Permanent
- £31,650 to £49,084 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In a month
A highly regarded selective grammar school in Buckinghamshire, known for academic excellence and holistic education, is seeking a passionate and committed Food & Nutrition Teacher to join its forward-thinking Technology Department. The school values the development of practical life skills and encourages students to explore food science, nutrition, and sustainability through an engaging and challenging curriculum.
You will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive food education programme from Key Stage 3 through to GCSE, with potential involvement in cross-curricular initiatives that integrate health, science, and design technology. The school boasts modern kitchen facilities and well-equipped classrooms, providing an ideal environment for both practical and theoretical learning.
Key aspects of the role include:
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Designing and delivering lessons that inspire creativity, practical skill-building, and an understanding of nutritional science and healthy eating.
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Managing practical food preparation sessions with a focus on safety, hygiene, and efficient use of resources.
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Encouraging students to explore diverse culinary traditions while embedding knowledge about food provenance and sustainability.
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Preparing students for GCSE coursework and exams, providing targeted support and enrichment to enable success.
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Leading extracurricular activities such as cooking clubs, food challenges, and healthy eating campaigns, enhancing the school’s wider community health ethos.
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Collaborating with colleagues in Science and PE departments to promote a whole-school approach to wellbeing.
The successful candidate will be an innovative and enthusiastic teacher with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to fostering lifelong healthy habits in students. This position offers excellent professional development and the chance to work within a supportive and progressive environment
You will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive food education programme from Key Stage 3 through to GCSE, with potential involvement in cross-curricular initiatives that integrate health, science, and design technology. The school boasts modern kitchen facilities and well-equipped classrooms, providing an ideal environment for both practical and theoretical learning.
Key aspects of the role include:
*
Designing and delivering lessons that inspire creativity, practical skill-building, and an understanding of nutritional science and healthy eating.
*
Managing practical food preparation sessions with a focus on safety, hygiene, and efficient use of resources.
*
Encouraging students to explore diverse culinary traditions while embedding knowledge about food provenance and sustainability.
*
Preparing students for GCSE coursework and exams, providing targeted support and enrichment to enable success.
*
Leading extracurricular activities such as cooking clubs, food challenges, and healthy eating campaigns, enhancing the school’s wider community health ethos.
*
Collaborating with colleagues in Science and PE departments to promote a whole-school approach to wellbeing.
The successful candidate will be an innovative and enthusiastic teacher with strong subject knowledge and a commitment to fostering lifelong healthy habits in students. This position offers excellent professional development and the chance to work within a supportive and progressive environment