Food Technology Teacher Stratford-upon-Avon

📅 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 Stratford-upon-Avon to recruit a qualified Food Technology Teacher for a long-term supply role starting in September 2026.

This is a full teaching position, including planning, marking, and assessment responsibilities. You will deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4, with a strong focus on GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition outcomes.

The role is expected to continue on a long-term basis, with the potential to run for the full academic year.

The school is well-organised and supportive, with a strong emphasis on consistency, student engagement, and high-quality 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 achievement of GCSE outcomes
• Ensure safe and effective use of practical classroom environments
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and 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 effective behaviour management
• Ability to commit to a long-term placement

⭐ Why Work with Zest Education?

• Dedicated consultant with strong knowledge of the school and role
• Long-term opportunities with supportive partner schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to CPD and ongoing professional development
• Friendly, responsive consultancy with strong local relationships

📩 Interested?

To apply or find out more, please contact Abi at Zest Education:

📧 abigail@zesteducation.co.uk

Alternatively, please 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