Job Description

Are you a passionate and resilient Food Technology Teacher looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Sandwell, seeking a dedicated Food Technology Teacher to join their committed team on a full-time basis. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with secondary-aged pupils who require additional support to re-engage with education.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and practical Food Technology lessons to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils.
• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, helping to improve engagement, confidence and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral staff and the wider multidisciplinary team to support student progress.

The Ideal Candidate

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Have previous experience teaching Food Technology at secondary level.
• Have proven experience working with pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ideally within a PRU, alternative provision or specialist setting.
• Be confident managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour management strategies.
• Be resilient, adaptable and committed to supporting vulnerable young people.
• Be available to work full-time.

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced leadership team.
• A rewarding role where you can have a genuine impact on young people's futures.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunity for a long-term or permanent position for the right candidate.

If you are an enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher with SEMH experience and are ready to inspire and support students in a specialist educational setting, we would love to hear from you.

All rates are inclusive of holiday pay

Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

For more information or if you would like to apply, please call Sophie at the CERT Solutions office on (phone number removed) or apply online today.

What CERT Solutions can offer you:
A dedicated consultant
A trustworthy supply agency
Great rates of pay (PAYE)
Transparency and honesty
Your ideal role as a supply teacher or teaching assistant
A full time role
Long term work
Permanent roles if preferred

Our values as a supply teaching agency are very important to us and we expect all of our staff to follow our lead in being:
Communicative
Efficient
Reliable
Trustworthy

CERT Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be required to complete and pass Safeguarding and Prevent training level 2.