Food Teacher

Food Teacher | Alternative Provision | Swadlincote (DE11) | £32,917 - £51,047 MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (£2,786) | Permanent | September 2026 Start | Full Time

Long Term Futures are working in partnership with an Alternative Provision in Swadlincote (DE11) to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Food Teacher to join their specialist team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to establish and develop a new Food curriculum, including GCSE provision, within a small Alternative Provision setting supporting secondary-aged pupils with SEMH, SEND, and behavioural needs.

The Opportunity:

Lead the development and delivery of a new Food curriculum, including GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition
The Academy supports young people who have faced significant barriers to learning, including exclusion from mainstream education.
Create a safe, practical, and inspiring learning environment that promotes independence and life skills
Support pupils with SEMH, behavioural, and additional learning needs to re-engage with education, with class sizes typically no larger than 10 pupils
Take responsibility for setting up the food classroom and sourcing appropriate resources
Work collaboratively within a small, supportive staffing team to ensure positive outcomes for all learnersKey Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging Food lessons that meet the needs of individual learners
Assess, monitor, and track pupil progress in line with academy expectations
Adapt teaching strategies to support pupils with SEND, SEMH, and behavioural needs
Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning
Contribute to curriculum development and wider academy improvement initiatives
Build strong relationships with pupils, families, and external professionals
Support the smooth day-to-day running of the academy as part of a collaborative teamAbout You:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable, although applications from unqualified teachers with relevant industry experience are welcomed
Experience teaching Food Technology, Hospitality, Catering, or a related subject
Strong practical kitchen skills and a passion for teaching others
Experience working with pupils with SEND, SEMH, or behavioural needs is highly desirable
Resilient, adaptable, and able to think creatively to engage challenging learners
High expectations of behaviour and achievement alongside a positive sense of humour
Full driving licence, access to a vehicle, and business insurance are essentialWhy Join:

Small class sizes, typically up to 10 pupils
Opportunity to shape and lead a brand-new curriculum area
Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
Access to the National College CPD platform
Teachers' Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
Opportunity to make a lasting difference within a specialist educational settingTrials and informal meetings are being arranged immediately.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day.

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