Job Description
Short-Term Opportunity for QTS Food Technology Teachers - Ideal for ECTs
Location: Oldham | Dates: 2nd September - 17th October 2025
Full-Time | Secondary Academy | Excellent Support for Early Career Teachers
Tradewind Recruitment is excited to offer a fantastic short-term teaching opportunity for a qualified Food Technology Teacher to join a welcoming and ambitious secondary academy in Oldham this September.
Whether you're an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain valuable classroom experience or a QTS-qualified teacher seeking a fresh challenge, this role provides a strong platform to develop your skills and make an immediate impact.
The Role:
- Subject: Food Technology (including Nutrition, Health, and Catering)
- Schedule: Full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:15am-3:00pm)
- Level: Predominantly GCSE Year 11 - experience at this level is essential
- Focus: Delivering engaging, hands-on practical lessons
Why This Role is Ideal for Early Career Teachers:
- Build confidence delivering full-class teaching in a supportive school environment
- Work within a collaborative department with access to planning and resources
- Gain experience in a school with a clear focus on improvement and high standards
- Short-term contract - ideal if you're exploring different settings or building your CV
Please note: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential for this role due to the nature of practical food teaching and insurance cover.
About the School:
- A successful and inclusive 11-18 academy with a clear improvement journey
- High-quality, modern teaching and learning facilities
- Positive, respectful school culture: "Pupils behave well. Their polite and respectful conduct creates a calm atmosphere…"
- Accessible by public transport
- Recognised for supporting early career teachers and trainee teachers
To be considered, you must:
- Hold QTS or QTLS
- Provide a full employment/education history (with any gaps explained)
- Hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS
- Have the legal right to work in the UK
Why Register with Tradewind:
- Competitive pay rates
- Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
- Expert support with interviews and lesson planning
- Streamlined timesheet and availability system through our online portal
- UK-based payroll - no third parties
- Flexible holiday pay options
- Regular networking and social events
If you're a passionate food technology teacher looking for a fresh opportunity this September - whether you're early in your career or more experienced - we'd love to hear from you.
Contact our Manchester office:
Call: 0161 674 0138
Email: Manchester@twrecruitment.com