Dedicated Food Technology Teacher Wanted in Kensington! Practical School

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and challenging Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3-4, emphasizing practical application.
• Inspire students to develop a deep understanding of nutrition, food science, and practical cookery skills within Food Technology.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share best practice and enhance the Food Technology curriculum, focusing on practical outcomes.
• Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of student progress in Food Technology, evaluating practical skills.
• Potentially contribute to extracurricular cooking clubs or healthy eating initiatives, promoting practical food skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with a specialism in Food Technology.
• Degree in Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Proven experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level (ECTs welcome to apply), with a focus on practical cookery.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition, food science, food safety, and practical cookery techniques relevant to Food Technology.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a focus on safety in the Food Technology kitchen and the delivery of practical lessons.
• A passion for fostering an understanding of food and practical cooking skills through Food Technology.

Additional Information

• Competitive Inner London salary.
• A supportive and forward-thinking school environment with a strong commitment to practical subjects like Food Technology.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development within food technology education, focusing on practical teaching methods.
• The chance to work in well-equipped kitchens with a range of modern appliances for Food Technology, supporting practical learning.
• A school that values the importance of Food Technology in promoting healthy lifestyles and practical skills.