Food Technology Teacher South Birmingham

📅 Start Date: September 2026
🕒 Contract: Full-time (Temporary Supply)
💷 Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Zest Education is working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in South Birmingham to recruit a qualified Food Technology Teacher for a long-term supply position starting in September 2026.

This is a full teaching role, including planning and marking responsibilities. The successful candidate will deliver Food Technology across KS3 and KS4, with a strong focus on GCSE-level teaching and outcomes.

This position is expected to run on a long-term basis, with the potential to continue throughout the full academic year.

The school is well-organised and supportive, with a clear emphasis on consistency, student engagement, and practical learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Teach across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition
• Complete all planning, marking, and assessment duties
• Monitor pupil progress and support students in achieving GCSE outcomes
• Maintain safe and effective use of practical classroom environments
• Manage behaviour and establish clear classroom routines
• Work collaboratively within the Design & Technology department

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• PGCE or equivalent UK teaching qualification
• A degree in Food Technology, Design Technology, or a related subject
• Experience teaching Food Technology at KS3 and KS4 (GCSE essential)
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, health & safety, and practical delivery
• Confident classroom presence and behaviour management skills
• Ability to commit to a long-term placement

⭐ Why Work with Zest Education?

• A dedicated consultant who knows the school and role well
• Long-term opportunities with supportive partner schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to CPD and ongoing professional support
• Friendly, responsive consultancy with strong local relationships

📩 Interested?

To apply or find out more, please contact Abi at:
📧 abigail@zesteducation.co.uk

Alternatively, select Apply for Job at the top of the page to submit your details.

🔐 Safeguarding

Zest Education is an APSCo-audited agency committed to safeguarding children. All applicants must:

• Hold an Enhanced DBS (or be willing to obtain one)
• Be registered on the DBS Update Service
• Provide references covering the last two years
• Successfully complete all safeguarding and compliance checks

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Contract Type: Temporary supply
Salary: Dependent on experience, qualifications, and training

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