Food Technology Teacher
FOOD TECHNOLOGY TEACHER (KS3–KS4)
Location: Aylesbury
Start: September 2026
Full Time: Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £29,344–£44,919
Every good lesson here follows a recipe
Not a rigid one — but a reliable one
Preparation comes first
Clear instructions follow
Timing matters
Organisation holds everything together
The result is not just food on a plate, but confidence, independence, and real understanding
As a Food Technology Teacher, you teach KS3 and KS4 students how to work practically, safely, and with purpose. You are not just delivering a subject — you are teaching skills students will actually use beyond the classroom
In your kitchen
Students know where to stand and what to do
Instructions are followed, not guessed
Time is managed carefully
Safety is understood, not ignored
Progress is visible in every lesson
Your responsibilities
Teach Food Technology across KS3 and KS4
Plan practical and theory lessons with clear structure
Manage equipment, ingredients, and movement in the room
Teach food safety, preparation techniques, and organisation
Support coursework and assessment requirements
Maintain a calm, purposeful working environment
What makes this role work
Lessons feel controlled, not chaotic
Students improve through repetition and guidance
Expectations are consistent from start to finish
Requirements
Experience teaching Food Technology or strong practical background
Confidence managing practical classroom environments
QTS is desirable; unqualified teachers are welcome to apply, particularly candidates with catering, hospitality, or food industry experience
Supply Desk can offer you:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Recommend a friend bonus scheme
- Out of hours on-call service
- Day to day or long-term assignments
Please contact Eliza on 01296 752 499 for more information and Apply Below
Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.