Job Description

Food Technology Teacher Sunderland Secondary School KS3 & KS4

Food Technology Teacher Long-Term / Supply Competitive Daily Rates (PAYE)

Are you a Food Technology Teacher looking for your next role in a supportive secondary school in Sunderland?

Vision for Education is recruiting a motivated and practical Food Technology Teacher to work in a well-regarded secondary school. This role is ideal for someone passionate about teaching life skills, nutrition, and practical cooking within a creative and structured environment.

This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become full-time, offering stability and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

The Role

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will deliver engaging, hands-on lessons across KS3 and KS4. You ll support students in developing practical cooking skills, understanding food science and nutrition, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching Food Technology across KS3 and KS4
• Delivering practical cooking lessons alongside food theory
• Promoting food hygiene, safety, and health & safety standards
• Supporting students practical, evaluative, and nutritional understanding
• Planning differentiated lessons to meet a range of abilities
• Managing food rooms, equipment, and resources effectively
• Working collaboratively within the Design Technology department

The School

This secondary school offers a supportive and structured environment with a strong focus on practical learning. Staff benefit from clear behaviour systems and a collaborative culture.

The school provides:

• Well-equipped food technology rooms with modern cooking facilities
• A structured curriculum across KS3 and KS4
• Supportive senior leadership and clear expectations
• A collaborative Design Technology department
• Strong pastoral care and safeguarding systems

Requirements

To be considered for this Food Technology Teacher role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Food Technology at KS3 and/or KS4
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, nutrition, and health & safety
• Confident classroom and practical lesson management skills
• A passion for Food Technology and student wellbeing
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• A valid DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

This role is suitable for experienced teachers, ECTs, or DT specialists with a Food Technology background.

What Vision for Education Offers

• Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
• Pension contributions
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Dedicated secondary consultant support
• Social and networking events

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency, working with secondary schools across the UK to place high-quality teaching staff.

We are part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, reflecting our commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

How to Apply

If you're a Food Technology Teacher looking for your next teaching job in Newcastle, apply today via this website.

For more information about this role and other Food Technology teaching opportunities, contact the Vision for Education Newcastle Secondary team on (phone number removed).