Teacher of Design Technology (Food Technology) – Fluent Welsh in Pontypridd

Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)

Location: Powys

Start date: ASAP

Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)

Pay: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS, dependent on experience)

Essential: Fluent Welsh speaker, Enhanced DBS & EWC registration (or willing to apply)

Are you a passionate Welsh-medium Food Technology teacher with a flair for creativity in the kitchen? Do you inspire learners to whisk up confidence, develop practical life skills, and explore the science of food and nutrition through engaging, hands‑on lessons? Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with a welcoming and forward‑thinking Welsh‑medium secondary school in Powys to recruit a committed and enthusiastic Teacher of Design Technology (Food Technology). This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive department where you can bring learning to life through practical cookery, creativity, and innovation — all through the medium of Welsh.

About the Role

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons through the medium of Welsh
• Teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable where applicable)
• Develop students’ practical cookery skills alongside knowledge of nutrition, food provenance, and healthy living
• Encourage creativity, problem‑solving, and independent thinking through practical and theory‑based learning
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed classroom environment
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress effectively
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
• Contribute to departmental planning and the wider school community

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
• Fluent Welsh language skills
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
• Experience teaching Design Technology / Food Technology at secondary level (including placements)
• Strong subject knowledge and confident classroom management skills

Desirable:

• Experience teaching KS5 Food Technology or Hospitality & Catering
• A reflective and adaptable teaching approach
• A passion for practical, skills‑based learning
• The ability to create engaging and inspiring Welsh‑language learning experiences

Recruitment & Safeguarding Information

All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to safeguarding children in all processes, and all successful applicants will undergo a full pre‑screen to assess their suitability for the role.

• A successful interview process
• Satisfactory references
• Safeguarding & Prevent training
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
• Successful completion of a 12‑week / 60 paid day employment trial period

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut‑off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
• PAYE contract – unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
• Training & Support – free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
• Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
• Fair pay policy – paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
• Additional staff support services – access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more

This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants

• Not currently based within the UK
• Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• Without UK secondary school teaching experience