Food Technology Teacher
- location Croydon
- contract type Full-time
- contract terms Permanent
- salary £40,317 to £62,496 per year
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- Apply by 07 January 2026
- Job start 05 Jan 2026
- Job end Ongoing
We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Food Technology Teacher to join our successful Design & Technology department at a high-achieving girls’ secondary school in South London. This is a full-time, permanent post, ideal for an experienced teacher or an ambitious ECT.
About the role
The successful candidate will:
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Deliver engaging and creative Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4
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Plan and implement high-quality schemes of work
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Support students in achieving outstanding outcomes at GCSE
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Contribute to extra-curricular activities and wider school life
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Work collaboratively within the D&T department
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Demonstrate strong classroom management and a passion for your subject
About the school
Our school is a high-performing, inclusive, and community-focused girls’ secondary school with a strong reputation for academic excellence and pastoral care. We pride ourselves on:
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A supportive and collaborative staff team
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A diverse and respectful student body
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A forward-thinking approach to curriculum development
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Excellent facilities, including well-equipped Food Technology suites
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A commitment to professional development and staff wellbeing
The school’s ethos centres on empowering young women to achieve academically, grow personally, and develop confidence, resilience, and ambition.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of Food Technology Teacher you will:
- Collaborate within the DT department
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Qualified Teacher status or relevant experience
Key responsibilities
As Food Technology Teacher you will be responsible for:
- Teaching Food Technology to Key stages 3-4
What the school offer
In return, the school can offer the successful candidate:
Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call David Singh on 0207 065 7525 or email [email protected].