Teacher of Food Technology

The Arthur Terry School, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 4RZ

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  22 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS £32,916 - £51,048 per annum

Teacher of Food Technology job summary

Part-time – 13 hours per week

The Arthur Terry School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Food Technology to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who can inspire students to develop their knowledge, practical skills and confidence in food preparation, nutrition and healthy living. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that encourage creativity, develop practical expertise and support students to achieve their full potential. You will create a positive learning environment where students are motivated to learn, develop independence and take pride in their work. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will contribute to the continued development of teaching and learning within the department and help ensure that students experience a high-quality Food Technology curriculum.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong knowledge of Food Technology.

Is passionate about teaching and can inspire students of different abilities and backgrounds.

Can plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that promote progress and achievement.

Has the skills to develop students’ practical food preparation, cooking and nutritional knowledge.

Creates a positive, inclusive and well-managed learning environment.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Works effectively as part of a team and is keen to contribute to the wider life of the school.

We offer

A supportive and enthusiastic team.

A school community committed to the wellbeing and enjoyment of its pupils.

A busy and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits.

Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

Opportunities for professional development and wellbeing days

How to apply

Please complete the online application form and include a supporting statement outlining what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Matthew Kinsella, Head of DT, by email at mkinsella@arthurterry.bham.sch.uk or call 0121 323 2221. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.

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 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

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 The Arthur Terry School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1758 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Arthur Terry School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-arthur-terry-school-sutton-coldfield

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