Food Technology Teacher

Job Description

Job title: Food Technology Teacher

Company: Choice Teachers

Job description: Job Description: Food Technology Teacher

Job Title: Food Technology Teacher

Location: Walthamstow, Greater London, England

Job Type: Contract, Full-Time

Primary Industry: Education and Training

Salary: £34,514 – £46,001 per annum

Job Duties:

The Food Technology Teacher will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging and comprehensive lessons in Food Technology to students.
• Teaching students various aspects of food preparation, cooking techniques, nutrition, and food safety.
• Developing and implementing effective teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Assessing and evaluating students’ progress through assignments, tests, and examinations.
• Providing constructive feedback and guidance to students to support their academic and personal development.
• Maintaining accurate records of students’ attendance, achievements, and behaviour.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop and enhance the Food Technology curriculum.
• Participating in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and school events as required.
• Ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Required Qualifications:

• A valid teaching qualification, such as a PGCE or QTS, specialising in Food Technology.
• Proven experience in teaching Food Technology at the secondary school level.
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, nutrition, and food safety.
• Strong understanding of the national curriculum requirements for Food Technology.
• Effective classroom management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology or a related field is required.

Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in Food Technology at the secondary school level.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of food preparation, cooking techniques, nutrition, and food safety.
• Familiarity with the use of kitchen equipment and tools.
• Ability to create engaging and interactive lessons.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in using technology for teaching purposes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Additional certifications or training in Food Technology.
• Experience in designing and implementing practical cooking sessions.
• Experience in working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Working Conditions:

The Food Technology Teacher will work in a secondary school setting, delivering lessons in a classroom and practical cooking sessions in a well-equipped kitchen. The role involves working full-time hours on a contract basis. The teacher will collaborate with colleagues and interact with students, parents, and school staff on a daily basis. The working environment will be dynamic and may require occasional additional hours for lesson planning, assessment, and participation in extracurricular activities.

Expected salary: £46001 per year

Location: Walthamstow, East London

Job date: Tue, 09 Jan 2024 23:14:51 GMT

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