Job Description

Qualified Teacher M1 - M6 (Salary) 40,317 - 52,300
Food Technology Teacher - Secondary School - January 2026
Role: Food Technology Teacher (with QTS)
Location: North London
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: MPS 1-6 (37,870-52,300)
Clarus Education is proud to be working with a vibrant and high-achieving Secondary School in North London, seeking to appoint a passionate and knowledgeable Food Technology Teacher to join their Design & Technology Department from January 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and enthusiastic teacher to inspire students through creative, hands-on lessons that develop key life skills and a love for food and nutrition. The successful candidate will deliver Food Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities.
The Role:

• Teach engaging and practical Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and deliver high-quality schemes of work aligned with the national curriculum
• Encourage creativity, independence, and healthy lifestyle choices among students
• Support departmental initiatives, including school events and cooking clubs
• Assess and track pupil progress, maintaining high standards of learning and achievement

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Specialism in Food Technology, Catering, or Design & Technology
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Passionate about practical learning and promoting nutritional education
• Organised, proactive, and committed to raising student achievement

The School Offers:

• A supportive and collaborative Design & Technology Department
• Excellent teaching facilities, including a fully equipped Food Technology suite
• A positive and inclusive school culture with strong leadership and support
• Access to high-quality CPD and career progression opportunities

Additional Information:

• Start Date: January 2026
• Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
• Salary: MPS 1-6 (37,870 - 52,300 per annum)
• Sponsorship is not available - applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Apply today!
If you're an inspiring and dedicated Food Technology Teacher looking for your next challenge in North London from January 2026, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your CV to Clarus Education - one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity further.
To apply for this Food Technology Teacher, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Food Technology Teacher role now and will be interviewing ASAP.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Food Technology Teacher, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Food Technology Teacher candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Food Technology Teacher post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Apply for this Food Technology Teacher opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Food Technology Teacher role within 48 hours.
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Food Technology Teacher
Food Technology Teacher - Secondary School - January 2026

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