About this job
Food Technology Teacher - Full-Time, Long-Term
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Start Date: ASAP / November 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Employer: Veritas Education, on behalf of a partner secondary school
About the Role
Veritas Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit an enthusiastic and skilled Food Technology Teacher for a full-time, long-term position.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate teacher to join a supportive Design & Technology department and deliver engaging, practical Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
The successful candidate will encourage students to develop their practical cooking skills, knowledge of nutrition, food preparation techniques and understanding of food safety.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging Food Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4Teach practical food preparation and cooking skillsDevelop students' understanding of nutrition, healthy eating and food sciencePlan, prepare and assess lessons in line with curriculum requirementsPrepare students for GCSE-level assessments and practical work where requiredDifferentiate lessons to meet a range of abilities and learning needsMaintain high standards of behaviour and classroom managementEnsure high standards of food hygiene, health and safety during practical lessonsContribute positively to departmental planning and the wider school communityThe Ideal Candidate
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised teaching qualificationHas experience teaching Food Technology, Food Preparation & Nutrition or a related subjectConfident teaching across KS3 and KS4Strong practical cooking and food preparation knowledgeExcellent classroom and behaviour management skillsEnthusiastic about engaging students through practical learningCommitted to safeguarding and supporting positive outcomes for young peopleECTs are encouraged to applyWhat the School Offers
A supportive and collaborative departmentAccess to specialist Food Technology facilities and resourcesStrong leadership and staff supportOpportunities for professional developmentA positive and inclusive school environmentPotential for longer-term or permanent opportunitiesWhy Work with Veritas Education?
Competitive rates of payDedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultantAccess to a wide range of schools across West YorkshireLong-term, permanent and flexible opportunitiesA straightforward and supportive registration processAdditional Opportunities
Alongside this vacancy, we also have:
Full-time and part-time teaching positionsLong-term subject-specific rolesDay-to-day and ad hoc supplyCover Supervisor positionsTeaching Assistant and SEN TA rolesPastoral and Behaviour Support opportunitiesHow to Apply
For further information or to apply, please contact:
Sam Waddington ???? swaddington@veritas-education.com ???? 0113 403 2200
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policyYour CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explainedYou must have legal right to work in the UKYou must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
