Job Description

Job Role: Food Technology Teacher
Contact: Full-Time
Sart Date: September 2026
Location: Hillingdon

Tradewind Recruitment are proud to be supporting a well-established specialist secondary school in Hillingdon with the recruitment of a qualified Food Technology Teacher for a full-time position starting in September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team, teaching Food Technology to students aged 11-19 within a specialist setting. The school caters for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and valuable life skills alongside their academic learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Have experience teaching Food Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Key Stage 5 experience is desirable but not essential).
• Be passionate about developing students' practical cookery skills, nutrition knowledge and food safety awareness.
• Be able to deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that inspire creativity and build confidence in the kitchen.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management skills, with a commitment to supporting young people with additional needs.

In return, you will benefit from:

• A full-time, permanent-equivalent role from September 2026.
• A welcoming and supportive leadership team.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Well-equipped Food Technology facilities and resources.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people in a rewarding specialist education setting.

If you're a committed Food Technology Teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity this September, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Tradewind Recruitment today.