Food Technology / Cookery Teacher Required KS3 to KS5
Hurst Schools Limited
Hampshire
- £35,000 - £40,000 per year
- New
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- Fee Reduction, Competitive Pension, EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Spring 2025
- Apply by:
- 31 December 2024
Job overview
Hurst Lodge School seeks an enthusiastic and experienced Food Technology/Cookery Teacher dedicated to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment for students of varying abilities, including those with SEND. The ideal candidate will be adept at delivering high-quality lessons in Food Technology, engaging students through practical, hands-on learning experiences. This role requires expertise in a variety of qualifications up to KS5, including BTEC and WJEC, with a commitment to student-centered, inclusive education.
Key Responsibilities
- Curriculum Delivery: Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons in Food Technology and Cookery in alignment with the KS3, KS4, and KS5 curriculum requirements.
- Qualifications Offered: Prepare students for qualifications including BTEC and WJEC, ensuring they gain the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed.
- SEND Support: Adapt and differentiate teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of students with SEND, using inclusive and accessible approaches.
- Student Engagement: Inspire and engage students through interactive and practical lessons, fostering a love for culinary arts and healthy cooking practices.
- Assessment and Feedback: Evaluate student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback and support.
- Safety and Compliance: Ensure all culinary practices comply with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe learning environment.
- Continuous Development: Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with curriculum standards, teaching methodologies, and SEND support strategies.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with specialism in Food Technology, Cookery, or related field.
- Experience: Proven experience teaching Food Technology/Cookery at KS3 to KS5, with particular expertise in BTEC and WJEC qualifications.
- SEND Knowledge: Strong background in supporting students with SEND, with experience adapting teaching strategies for diverse learning needs.
- Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom culture.
Hurst Lodge School is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the young people in our care and as such, all successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and follow our Safer Recruitment processes.
Hurst Lodge School is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. We are dedicated to promoting an inclusive workplace and seek candidates who share this commitment.
Please note that we are unable to sponsor international applicants.
About Hurst Schools Limited
- Hurst Schools Limited
- Yateley Hall, Firgrove Road, Yateley
- Hampshire
- GU46 6HJ
- United Kingdom
We are an inclusive community that is sensitive to the individual needs of our learners. We hold the highest aspirations for each pupil and we give them the support they need to thrive. As a parent, you can be assured of our commitment to help them grow in confidence and to flourish socially, vocationally, and academically.
Learning and discovery are the cornerstones of our philosophy. We believe time at school should be purposeful and that children should feel a sense of fulfilment every day. We encourage them to learn through self-expression and participation, making the greatest use of their abilities and channelling their energies.
Students aren’t tethered to the classroom at Hurst Lodge, they are given the space and the time to explore, experiment and test themselves. Along the way, they learn about risks, develop independence, nurture relationships and build self-belief, all of which benefits their educational development and will continue to benefit them as they go out into the world.
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