Teacher of Food Technology – Part Time (Temporary)

General Information

• Role: Food Technology Teacher

• Agency: Teaching Personnel

• Locations: Leicester (LE3 and LE4 areas)

• Employment Type: Full-time (Temporary, with potential to become permanent)

• Start Dates: * LE4: ASAP

  • LE3: After May half-term break

Financials & Hours

• Pay: Daily rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

• Flexibility: While advertised as full-time, the agency welcomes applicants seeking part-time work (2–3 days per week).

Key Responsibilities

• Instruction: Teaching Food Technology to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students.

• Lesson Planning: Creating and delivering engaging, practical lessons that inspire students.

• Assessment: Monitoring and supporting student progress.

• Collaboration: Working effectively within the school’s department and wider team.

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications & Training

• Certification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Background: Open to Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced educators.

• Compliance: Must undergo or possess a valid Enhanced DBS check.

• Safeguarding: Mandatory completion of Child Protection and Prevent Duty training (provided for free).

Skills & Attributes

• Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of Food Technology curriculum and practical application.

• Classroom Management: Ability to manage a classroom environment effectively.

• Motivation: A genuine passion for engaging and motivating young people.

Safeguarding & Due Diligence

Teaching Personnel follows strict DfE statutory guidance (‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’). This includes:

• Safeguarding checks on all workers.

• Potential online searches as part of due diligence for shortlisted candidates.