Food Tech Teacher, St Helens

  • Location: St Helens
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £31650
  • Start date: 05/01/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Secondary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

New Directions Education is currently recruiting a passionate and qualified Food Technology Teacher to work with students from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5 at a secondary school in St Helens. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic professional holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to inspire and engage young learners in practical and creative food technology lessons. This role will start in January 2026 and be ongoing for the rest of the academic year.

The School:
• A supportive and inclusive secondary school in St Helens committed to high standards of teaching and learning
• Strong focus on student well-being, innovation, and practical skills development
• School rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, with experienced and welcoming staff teams


The Role:
• Plan and deliver stimulating Food Technology lessons across KS3 to KS5, fostering practical skills and theoretical knowledge
• Support and challenge students to develop their creativity, technical skills, and understanding of food science and nutrition
• Prepare students for examinations and coursework, ensuring progress and achievement at all levels


The Ideal Candidate:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Food Technology at KS3 to KS5
• Passionate about teaching practical food skills and inspiring students
• Must have a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to complete one
• Must have teaching references from within the last 5 years

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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