Job description
Food Technology Teacher
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Salary: £32,916 – £51,048 per annum
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: February 2026 or sooner
GSL Education are seeking an enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher to join a secondary school in Selby.
About the School
This successful secondary school offers a broad and engaging curriculum designed to equip pupils with both academic knowledge and practical life skills. The Design Technology department promotes creativity, independence and practical learning through well structured lessons and hands on experiences. Pupils are encouraged to develop confidence in cooking, nutrition and food preparation while gaining an understanding of healthy lifestyles.
Responsibilities
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Teach Food Technology across KS3 and KS4
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Deliver engaging practical and theory based lessons
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Ensure safe use of kitchen equipment and maintain hygiene standards
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Support pupils in developing cooking and nutrition knowledge
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Prepare pupils for GCSE coursework and assessments
Requirements
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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Experience teaching Food Technology in a UK secondary school
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Strong subject knowledge and practical classroom management
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Ability to engage pupils in creative and practical learning
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.
To apply, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV or apply directly via the GSL Education website.