Food Technology Teacher

The PRIDE Academy is a secondary special school in the London Borough of Hillingdon dedicated to supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs.

It provides education for pupils aged 11 to 19, offering a varied curriculum with a strong focus on practical skills and enrichment opportunities within a brand‑new, purpose‑built school that provides a calm, supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and teach dynamic and differentiated Food Technology lessons tailored to the needs of students with SEMH profiles.
• Adapt curriculum content and delivery methods to ensure accessibility and full engagement of all learners.
• Use assessment data to inform planning, track progress and set personalised targets.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, promoting reflection and restorative practices.
• Teach food preparation techniques, nutrition, food science and food safety practices.
• Demonstrate practical cooking skills and supervise students during practical sessions.
• Ensure compliance with health, hygiene and food safety regulations within the food technology classroom.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent degree or recognised qualification in Food Technology or a related subject.
• Evidence of up‑to‑date safeguarding training in line with statutory guidance.
• Experience teaching Food Technology.
• Experience supporting students who present with challenging behaviour.
• Experience differentiating learning and assessing, tracking and reporting on student progress.

Benefits

• Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Pension scheme – enrolment in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle Scheme, Employee Car Lease Scheme and Home Electronics Scheme.
• Employee wellbeing – access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working and enhanced parental leave, plus Employee Assistance Programme, My Gym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme and Free Virtual GP Appointments.
• Employee discounts – Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, discounts for teachers and more.
• Other benefits – season ticket loan and employee referral scheme.
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