Position: Food Technology Teacher
Location: Wigan
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Food Technology Teacher Role in an Outstanding Secondary School

An Outstanding Secondary School in Wigan is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and creative Food Technology Teacher to join its successful Design & Technology department. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher to inspire students through practical learning while helping them develop valuable knowledge and skills for further education, employment, and everyday life.

The school has established a strong reputation for high academic standards, excellent pastoral care, and a supportive approach to professional development. The successful candidate will join a collaborative department with access to specialist facilities and resources designed to provide students with engaging, practical learning experiences.

About the Role

The successful Food Technology Teacher will deliver engaging lessons across KS3, KS4, and, where appropriate, KS5. You will teach students about nutrition, food preparation, food science, health, sustainability, and the principles behind successful product development.

Practical work will form an important part of the role, giving students opportunities to develop their confidence, creativity, organisation, and technical skills. You will encourage students to experiment, evaluate their work, and understand the relationship between food, nutrition, science, and wider society.

The successful candidate will also contribute to curriculum planning and enrichment activities within the wider Design & Technology department.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4, and KS5 where appropriate

• Plan and deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons

• Prepare students for relevant GCSE and post-16 examinations

• Develop students' knowledge of nutrition, food science, and preparation techniques

• Ensure safe working practices are followed within food technology rooms

• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback

• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental planning

• Support extracurricular activities and wider school initiatives

• Encourage creativity, independence, and confidence through practical learning

The School Environment

This Outstanding Secondary School in Wigan provides a supportive and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve their academic and personal potential. The school believes strongly in providing a broad curriculum that develops both theoretical understanding and practical skills.

The Design & Technology department is well equipped and committed to delivering high-quality practical education. Students benefit from access to specialist facilities, while staff are supported by experienced colleagues and approachable leadership.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Food Technology or a closely related Design & Technology subject

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

• Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety

Desirable

• Experience teaching Food Technology at KS5

• Experience delivering GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition

• Strong knowledge of nutrition and food science

• Experience working with specialist food technology equipment

• A passion for developing students' practical and creative skills

How to Apply

To be considered for this Food Technology Teacher position at an Outstanding Secondary School in Wigan, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.