Food Technology Teacher andndash; Southampton (Bitterne Area)

Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Maternity Cover until July 2026 (with the potential for a permanent position)
Pay: andpound;160 andndash; andpound;240 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: 8:00am andndash; 4:00pm | Full-Time
Location: Near Bitterne, Southampton

Position Overview

Supply Desk is proud to be working in partnership with a secondary school located near Bitterne, Southampton, to recruit a Food Technology Teacher. This exciting maternity cover position starts in January 2026 and will run through to July 2026, with the possibility of a permanent contract for the right candidate.

Youandrsquo;ll be joining a friendly and forward-thinking Design andamp; Technology department, passionate about fostering creativity and practical learning. This role would suit both Early Career Teachers (ECTs)and experienced educators who have a genuine passion for inspiring students through Food Technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, hands-on Food Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Inspire students to develop essential cooking and nutrition skills, as well as an understanding of healthy lifestyles.
• Track and assess student progress, offering constructive feedback to drive improvement.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum and department initiatives.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement, behaviour, and engagement.

About the School:

• A mixedandnbsp;11andndash;16 secondary schoolsituated close toBitterne, Southampton.
• Ratedandnbsp;andlsquo;Goodandrsquo; by Ofsted (2022),andnbsp;with a welcoming, inclusive ethos and strong sense of community.
• Supportiveandnbsp;Senior Leadership Teamfocused on staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• Excellentandnbsp;transport linksandnbsp;and easy access from across the Southampton area.

What Weandrsquo;re Looking For:

• Aandnbsp;degreeandnbsp;in Food Technology, Design andamp; Technology, or a related subject (essential).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)andnbsp;or equivalent teaching qualification (preferred).
• Experience teaching Food Technology atandnbsp;KS3 and KS4.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A positive, engaging approach to teaching with a real passion for the subject.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily payandnbsp;(andpound;160andndash;andpound;240, depending on experience).
• Aandnbsp;supportive and collaborative school environment.
• Ongoing CPDandnbsp;and professional develo