Teacher of Food Technology

Job overview Deyes High School is a well-established secondary school located in the United Kingdom, committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment. We are currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Teacher of Food Technology to join our Design and Technology department. This role focuses on delivering engaging lessons in Food Science and Technologies. Responsibilities: - Plan, prepare, and deliver effective lessons in Food Science/Technologies for Key Stage 3/4 students. - Inspire students to develop practical skills, creativity, and an understanding of food technology principles. - Assess student progress regularly and provide constructive feedback. - Contribute to the development of curriculum resources within the department. - Support the wider school community through participation in extracurricular activities as appropriate. Skills and Qualifications: - A relevant degree or qualification related to Food Science, Nutrition, or Design & Technology. - Strong communication skills with the ability to engage young learners effectively. - Organisational skills for lesson planning and classroom management. - Willingness to learn new teaching methods and adapt resources for diverse learner needs. - Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Values and Attitudes: - Commitment to promoting student wellbeing, inclusion, equality, diversity, and safeguarding at all times. - Enthusiasm for inspiring young people’s interest in food technology through creative teaching approaches. - Patience, resilience, and flexibility when working with students from varied backgrounds. - A positive attitude towards continuous professional development. If you are eager to start your teaching career in an encouraging setting where you can make a real difference in students’ lives through food technology education, we would love to hear from you. Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate. Lydiate Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to a post at Lydiate Learning Trust is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, as well as other pre-appointment checks including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are committed to the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, race, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership and caring status. We expect all our staff to demonstrate a commitment to advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations