Teacher of Design and Technology: Food Preparation and Nutrition
Penwortham Priory Academy, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 0JE7 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
18 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
11 May 2026
Job details
Job role
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Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subjects
- Design and technology, Food technology
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR, UPR
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a Teacher of Design and Technology: Food Preparation and Nutrition, who can deliver engaging practical and theory lessons, support pupils to achieve well, and help shape Food Preparation and Nutrition across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. This would suit a teacher who values Food as both a practical and academic subject, and who wants pupils to leave school with useful practical skills, sound subject knowledge and confidence in the kitchen.
Food Preparation and Nutrition is a valued and well established part of the curriculum at Penwortham Priory Academy. Pupils study Food in each year of Key Stage 3, developing practical cooking skills, nutritional understanding, knowledge of ingredients, food provenance, food science and safe working practices. At Key Stage 4, Food Preparation and Nutrition is a popular option choice, with pupils following GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition (AQA).
The role offers the opportunity to shape the subject further, building on established schemes of work, practical routines and strong GCSE uptake. The successful candidate will be able to bring their own subject expertise and ideas, while joining a department where Food already has a secure place in the curriculum.
The Design and Technology Department is housed in its own bespoke building and is well resourced. It includes a dedicated Food Preparation and Nutrition kitchen/classroom, as well as specialist spaces for other areas of the Design and Technology curriculum. The department is supported by a technician who helps with preparation, resources and the smooth running of practical lessons across the department.
The department currently offers GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition (AQA) and NCFE Level 1/2 Technical Award in Engineering. Both subjects are well established, and the department has achieved very successful outcomes over recent years.
Penwortham Priory Academy is a vibrant and ambitious school with a culture of high expectations. We are seeking a teacher who can contribute to a successful Technology department with a strong commitment to practical learning, subject knowledge and pupil achievement.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a committed teacher who is positive, reflective and keen to develop their practice. ECTs are welcome to apply.
- Be a Food specialist with the ability to deliver engaging practical and theory lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for Food Preparation and Nutrition and for helping pupils develop practical skills, subject knowledge and confidence.
- Be committed to securing strong progress and positive outcomes for pupils. Inspire, motivate and support pupils of all abilities.
- Be open to curriculum development and able to respond positively to change.
- Work collaboratively with staff within the department, across the school and, where appropriate, with our wider family of schools.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school.
- Be committed to Penwortham Priory Academy’s ethos of high expectations and challenge.
What the school offers its staff
We will offer you:
- An opportunity to teach Food Preparation and Nutrition in a well-resourced, established and supportive Design and Technology Department.
- A dedicated Food Preparation and Nutrition kitchen/classroom.
- Technician support for preparation, resources and the smooth running of practical lessons across the department.
- Established schemes of work, practical routines and strong GCSE uptake.
- A tailored induction programme, including support for ECTs where appropriate.
- Professional development to support your personal ambitions within teaching.
- A friendly, forward-thinking school with strong staff and pupil relationships.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
At Penwortham Priory Academy, we ensure every child who is a registered pupil at our school is safe and protected from harm. We give clear direction to staff, volunteers, visitors and parents about expectations and our legal responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children at our school. We fully recognise the contribution we can make to protect children from harm and to support and promote the welfare of all children who are pupils with us.
Applying for the job
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About Penwortham Priory Academy
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 744 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Penwortham Priory Academy website
- Email address
- s.spencer@priory.lancs.sch.uk
We are Penwortham Priory Academy, a great school where every pupil 'Learns to Succeed'. Our vision is to take Priory from 'Good to Great'. Staff at Priory are Committed, Positive and Willing to Evolve in order to achieve our vision. Our daily mission is to uphold our 'Priory Standard' ensuring the highest expectations of all, from all, so that all pupils 'Learn to Succeed' and leave Priory equipped with the right skills and attitudes to help them succeed in life, contribute positively to society, and go on to further education, employment, or training.
Local Amenities
Penwortham is a town in South Ribble, Lancashire, on the south bank of the River Ribble facing the City of Preston.
Penwortham Priory Academy is situated just a 10 minute drive away from Preston Train Station, is easily accessible from motorway, and the larger cities of Manchester and Liverpool are less than 1 hour away.
Arranging a visit to Penwortham Priory Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email s.spencer@priory.lancs.sch.uk.
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