Food Technology/Child Development Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Job Opportunity: Food Technology/Child Development Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Location: Worcester
Position Type: Full-Time (Maternity Cover)
Start Date: Monday 8th June
Contract Length: For the duration of maternity leave (until return)

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Food Technology/Child Development Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive Technology Department for a maternity cover role starting Monday 8th June. If you have a strong background in Food Technology and the relevant qualifications to teach this subject, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Teaching Food Technology to students across various year groups.
• Providing Child Development lessons to GCSE students.
• Delivering the occasional General Technology lessons as part of the curriculum.
• Following a structured curriculum and ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Working closely with a friendly, supportive, and experienced technology team, who will assist you in delivering lessons and adapting to the school’s way of working.
• Providing a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment for all students.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with experience in Food Technology, with the ability to deliver high-quality lessons.
• GCSE Child Development teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience teaching General Technology is a plus but not a necessity.
• A flexible and collaborative attitude to teaching, with a willingness to work closely with colleagues.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring a positive relationship with both students and staff.
• The ability to follow a curriculum while still bringing creativity and passion to lessons.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• A positive, collaborative team environment where everyone is committed to making the best educational experience for students.
• The opportunity to work in a school with a well-established curriculum and strong support.
• Full support from a hard-working Technology team, ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.
• A great opportunity for an experienced teacher to join the team on a maternity cover contract with a start date of 8th June.

If you are an experienced Food Technology teacher with the relevant qualifications and experience, and you are looking for a fulfilling role with excellent team support, we encourage you to apply!

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