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Teacher of Food Technology

Job details
Posting date: 03 February 2026
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 09 February 2026
Location: Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3AR
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: e0f997c6-7d4e-40cb-b2cd-ef2e92a9c0a6

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of Food Technology and Design Technology to join our supportive and forward thinking team. This role would suit an experienced teacher or an early career teacher looking to develop their practice in a school where professional growth is actively encouraged.

The successful candidate will teach Food Technology and Design Technology across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. You will be passionate about practical learning, creativity and high expectations, and committed to helping all students achieve well regardless of starting point. There is real scope to shape and develop the curriculum and to contribute to enrichment and extracurricular opportunities.

At Lady Hawkins School we offer a warm welcome, strong pastoral support and a culture built on respect, responsibility, collaboration and growth. Staff wellbeing is valued and protected, and workload is carefully considered. You will be part of a close knit team where your contribution is noticed and appreciated.

We are looking for someone who:

• has strong subject knowledge in Food Technology and Design Technology
• delivers engaging and well structured lessons
• builds positive relationships with students and colleagues
• is committed to inclusive practice and adaptive teaching
• wants to be part of a school that is continuing to grow and improve

What the school offers its staff

Lady Hawkins School is a small, inclusive and ambitious 11 to 16 school serving a rural community. We are proud of our strong relationships, calm learning environment and our commitment to knowing every student well. Staff describe the school as having a genuine family feel where collaboration and professional trust really matter.

We can offer

• small class sizes and excellent relationships with students
• a supportive leadership team and strong professional development
• a calm and orderly learning environment
• opportunities to shape curriculum and contribute to whole school development
• a welcoming rural setting with strong community links

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and strongly recommended. To arrange a visit or for an informal conversation about the role, please contact the school office.

Lady Hawkins’ School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level and an online search.

Commitment to safeguarding

Lady Hawkins’ School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

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