Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

Food Technology ECT

A high-achieving Secondary School in Swanage is seeking a professional and highly organised Food Technology Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join their experienced academic team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth operation of the school.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across multiple key stages, specializing in food preparation, nutrition, and hospitality modules. Responsibilities will include maintaining student progress records, updating school tracking systems, managing departmental correspondence, supporting attendance administration, and assisting with the organisation of practical kitchen assessments, health and safety orientations, and hospitality events.

You will also support communication with parents, students, and external agencies while ensuring that information is handled professionally and confidentially at all times. Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to monitor ingredients management, oversee practical rotations, and handle multiple responsibilities within a busy school environment.

The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and highly mindful of hygiene and safety standards when working both independently and as part of a collaborative academic staff team. Good IT skills and familiarity with standard school administration systems are important, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school community where teaching staff are highly valued and staff wellbeing, structured ECT framework support, and professional development are prioritised.

School Information

This is an 11 to 16 well-established Secondary School in Swanage with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing, and continuous improvement. The school serves a vibrant coastal community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice.

Students are respectful, motivated, and eager to master practical life skills, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that blends academic achievement with vocational confidence, preparing students well for further education and modern culinary routes.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, with strong leadership, shared best practice, and a clear focus on professional development.

Requirements

• Previous teaching placement or relevant instructional experience in Food Technology

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Good IT and data management skills

• Professional and proactive approach to kitchen compliance and food safety

• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.