Food Technology Teacher - Secondary Schools Bromley September 2026 Start

Location: Bromley, South East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities Available
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

Are you a creative and enthusiastic Food Technology Teacher looking for your next opportunity this September?

Engage Education is recruiting passionate Food Technology Teachers to work across a range of supportive and well-equipped secondary schools in Bromley. This is an excellent opportunity to inspire students through practical learning while developing their understanding of nutrition, food science, and essential culinary skills.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and practical Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach Hospitality & Catering or Food Preparation and Nutrition at Key Stage 5, depending on the school.
• Deliver exciting practical lessons that develop students' confidence, creativity, and technical skills.
• Teach topics including nutrition, healthy eating, food hygiene, food science, menu planning, and food preparation techniques.
• Ensure all practical lessons are delivered safely, maintaining high standards of health and safety within the food technology classroom.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress, providing targeted intervention where required.
• Prepare students for GCSE and vocational qualifications, supporting them to achieve excellent outcomes.
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities such as cooking clubs, competitions, and themed food events.

We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Food Technology, Food Preparation & Nutrition, or Hospitality & Catering within a UK secondary school.
• Strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for inspiring students through practical learning.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are encouraged to apply.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Join Engage Education?

• September 2026 start.
• Long-term and permanent opportunities across Bromley secondary schools.
• Competitive salary in line with experience.
• Access to free CPD and ongoing professional development.
• Dedicated support from an experienced Engage Education consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to progress into Head of Department, Curriculum Lead, or other leadership positions.

If you're passionate about food education and want to inspire the next generation with practical life skills and a love of cooking, we'd love to hear from you.