Food Technology Teacher (Hospitality & Catering)
Location: Secondary School in Chigwell, Essex (well‑connected via Central Line, on‑site parking available)
Contract: Full time, initially on a temporary basis through Prospero Teaching with transition to a permanent role for the right candidate
Start Date: As soon as possible
About The School
You will be joining a large, successful and heavily oversubscribed mixed 11‑18 secondary school in the Chigwell area. The school is located on a spacious single site surrounded by green areas, with excellent transport links into London.
This school prides itself on strong teaching, a positive ethos and specialist accommodation across subjects including modernised Dining, Technology and Catering facilities.
The Role
- Teach Hospitality & Catering (and/or Food Technology) across Key Stages 3‑5 to students aged 11‑18.
- Plan and deliver dynamic, engaging lessons that inspire students, develop strong skills in catering, food prep, service and evaluation.
- Manage the practical environment safely and effectively (including health & safety, hygiene, specialist equipment).
- Assess student work, provide timely feedback, and support students to achieve strong outcomes.
- Contribute to enrichment opportunities and the wider opportunity curriculum that the school values.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
Person Specification
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Strong secondary teaching experience in Food Technology / Hospitality & Catering (if not QTS, then demonstrated proven experience in secondary teaching with excellent results).
- Excellent subject knowledge of Hospitality & Catering, Food Technology, practical cookery, service and evaluation.
- A passion for creating motivational, inclusive lessons that engage and challenge students of differing abilities.
- Experience managing practical workshops and catering environments with a clear focus on health & safety and hygiene.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset and the ability to contribute positively to department and school life.
Why join?
This is a genuine temp to perm opportunity: begin via Prospero, and for the right fit you will transition into a permanent role with the school.
On‑site parking is available, making commuting convenient.
You’ll be working in a thriving department, within a school with excellent facilities and strong community reputation.
The school’s ethos promotes a positive working environment where student welfare and staff well‑being are valued.
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to make a positive impact in secondary schools, we want to hear from you.
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