Teacher of Food Technology
Peacehaven Community School, Peacehaven, East Sussex, BN10 8RB24 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 March 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Food technology
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
- Peacehaven Community School
- MPS/UPS
- 32.5 hours per week
- Start Date – September 2026
- Interview
Date – w/c 27th April 2026
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Food Technology. Candidates will be talented, dynamic and will challenge and motivate our students to get the very best meaningful outcomes.
The candidate will:
- Be an outstanding Teacher of Food Technology with the drive and capacity to really thrive in this role.
- Have a clear vision of how to improve standards in Food Technology.
- Be able to motivate and inspire students. You will be relentless in the pursuit of the highest standards of progress for every student, regardless of their ability.
- Be resilient, hard-working, solution-focused, and committed to transforming student outcomes.
We provide constant, high quality CPD and all staff are passionate about sharing good practice. If you are looking for an opportunity that will excite and challenge you, and have boundless energy and resilience, then we look forward to receiving your application.
Please note that interviews may be held prior to the application closing date. At this stage agencies need not apply.
This school is also committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
he successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS check and the post may be offered only on receipt of two good references.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
What the school offers its staff
Join us to benefit from:
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
- Access to training and development
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
- Cycle to Work scheme
- On-site Parking
Further information about the job
Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Gavin Desborough, Head of Food Technology, gavin.desborough@swale.at or 01273 581100.
Applications should be made by submitting a SAT Application Form to pcs-recruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Peacehaven Community School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 903 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Peacehaven Community School website
- Email address
- recruitment@swale.at
At Peacehaven Community School, we are dedicated to realising our vision of providing outstanding education that supports the cognitive and social-emotional growth of our students. We set high expectations for all students and empower them to strive for their personal best, preparing them to thrive in a dynamic world.
We are proud to cultivate a culture of inclusivity, resilience, and community partnership, ensuring that every student is valued, respected, and embraced. Our focus on mutual respect, good manners, and exemplary behaviour is matched by our commitment to providing a comprehensive and balanced curriculum that prepares students for a fulfilling adult life. Encouraging our students to become active contributors to society and responsible global citizens, we offer a wide array of extracurricular activities, trips, and visits that enrich their lives.
Our dedication to delivering innovative and challenging teaching inspires our students to excel and make exceptional progress. We are committed to nurturing a learning environment that transforms lives and empowers our students to aspire, believe, contribute and achieve greatness.
Arranging a visit to Peacehaven Community School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@swale.at.
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