Job Description

Food Technology Teacher (with potential opportunity of TLR allowance as Subject Lead)

Start date:

September or April 2026

Contract:

Permanent, full-time or part-time

Salary:

MPS1-UPS3 (potentially additional TLR 2A)

We are seeking an enthusiastic

Food Technology Teacher

to lead this thriving subject within our

Design Technology Department

.

Why join us?

Superb working conditions

- a purpose-built Food Technology classroom in a modern, 3-year-old building, fully equipped with 11 cookers and dedicated exclusively to Food Tech.

Outstanding support

- a skilled Food Technician to assist with preparation, organisation and resources.

A happy, committed staff team

- in our November 2025 survey,

100% of teachers said they were proud to work here

.

The role

As Food Technology Lead, you will:

Deliver engaging lessons across KS3-KS4 Lead on curriculum planning, assessment and development of Food Technology. Contribute fully to the wider life of the school.

About you

We are looking for a teacher with:

Passion for Food Technology and inspiring young people. Commitment to high standards of teaching and learning. Drive to lead and develop the subject further.

About the school

The Saint John Henry Newman School is a high-achieving Catholic school with a strong sense of community, where every student is known, valued and supported to thrive. Our ethos combines a commitment to academic excellence with a culture of respect, kindness and belonging. Ofsted praised our pupils' exemplary behaviour, confidence and pride in their school, describing classrooms as calm, purposeful places where students are eager to learn.

We are proud of our strong academic record, with Progress 8 scores placing us amongst the top schools nationally, alongside a thriving Sixth Form of over 400 students. Modern facilities and a wide range of enrichment opportunities provide an inspirational environment where students can flourish both academically and personally within a caring Catholic community.

Safeguarding

The Saint John Henry Newman School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,916.00-51,048.00 per year

Expected hours: 32.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person