Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 27.5 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: 1st June 2025
Salary: £31,650 per annum
We currently have an exciting opportunity for Teacher of Design and Food Technology to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA)
This is a permanent, full-time teaching post, the salary for this post is MPS/UPS. We would welcome applicants from experienced teaching positions or current trainees who will qualify in June 2025, for a July or September 2025 start.
Main purpose of the job:
As a teacher of Design and Food Technology, we are looking for someone with a solid foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the subject.
This includes a strong understanding of areas like nutrition, food science, product design, sustainability, and the use of relevant tools, materials, and technologies such as CAD/CAM and kitchen equipment. They should be capable of delivering engaging, hands-on lessons that inspire creativity while maintaining a strong focus on safety, precision, and real-world application.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate a clear grasp of the curriculum and how to tailor lessons to suit a wide range of learning abilities and styles. They need to be organised, reliable, and able to assess student work fairly and constructively.
Just as important is the ability to manage a dynamic classroom where students are often engaged in practical tasks that require close supervision and clear instruction.