Teacher of Food

Becket Keys Church of England Free School, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9DA

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  2 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  16 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Food technology
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS Fringe
• Additional allowances:

  MPS Fringe

Teacher of Food job summary

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Food to join our outstanding Christian school. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside supportive colleagues in a positive and well-structured environment. We are looking for a teacher who enjoys working with young people and takes pride in their teaching.

Our school is shaped by a clear set of Christian values, with an emphasis on respect, responsibility and care for one another. We are proud to offer a positive and supportive environment where high expectations are matched by strong relationships and a real sense of community.

We are committed to helping all students achieve their full potential through high-quality teaching and a broad curriculum, while also supporting them to grow in confidence, independence and character.

As part of a high-performing trust, we work collaboratively to maintain strong standards while retaining our distinctive and welcoming school identity.

Why Join Becket Keys?

• Excellent conduct and highly motivated students
• Comprehensive induction programme, including provision of equipment such as a laptop
• Strong professional development opportunities and clear career progression
• Opportunity for staff to secure a place for their child at the school

Please see our candidate information pack for further details on the benefits of working at Becket Keys, as well as more information about the role and the school.

Application Information

Applications should be submitted via our MyNewTerm portal.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable field of candidates be identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

We welcome prospective applicants to visit the school, tour our facilities, and meet with the Head of Department to learn more about the role and our vision.

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact:
vacancies@becketkeys.org

Safeguarding

Becket Keys Church of England School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, along with relevant pre-employment and online checks.

We welcome applications from teachers of all faiths and none. All staff are expected to support our ethos by respecting the beliefs of others and upholding the school’s Christian values and high expectations.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need a full DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, which can be applied for once a job offer is made.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Becket Keys Church of England Free School

• Organisation type: Free School, Church of England, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1152 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Becket Keys Church of England Free School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/becket-keys-church-of-england-free-school

Becket Keys Church of England School is in Brentwood in Essex. The school offers a high quality education in a caring, Christian environment in which each student is known, valued and encouraged to achieve his/her individual potential. We are committed to outstanding academic performance and to fostering a love of learning in our students.

At Becket Keys:
Our students

Act responsibly and respectfully
Aim high in life and learning
Engage with and contribute to the local community

Our staff

Support all students to achieve their greatest academic potential
Provide a nurturing environment where students and their individual learning needs are known by all
Encourage parental engagement

Through Character Education, we place a strong emphasis on all members of our community living in line with the traditional Christian values of respect, responsibility and forgiveness. We aim to be caring, fair, honest and trustworthy in all we do.

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