Job Description

Cooking Teacher - Secondary School, Northampton
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term or Permanent
Salary: Competitive daily rate / MPS-UPS (dependent on experience)

Do you have a passion for cooking and a desire to share practical, hands-on skills with young people? Are you keen to help students build confidence, independence, and creativity through engaging food-based learning?

We are currently supporting a secondary school in Northampton in their search for a Cooking Teacher to join their team as soon as possible or from September 2026. This is a full-time position, with opportunities for long-term cover or a permanent appointment depending on the right candidate.

The Role:

  • Delivering engaging and practical Cooking lessons across KS3 and KS4
  • Teaching key skills including food preparation, nutrition, and kitchen safety
  • Maintaining a safe, hygienic, and well-managed practical learning environment
  • Assessing student progress and providing clear, constructive feedback
  • Promoting a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom atmosphere
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum planning and delivery

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is working towards it
  • Strong knowledge of cooking, nutrition, or a related subject area
  • Confident leading practical, hands-on lessons in a busy classroom environment
  • Strong organisational skills and effective behaviour management strategies
  • Motivated, reliable, and committed to supporting student progress and achievement
  • Previous experience in a secondary school setting is desirable but not essential

What's on Offer:

  • Full-time role within a supportive Northampton secondary school
  • Opportunity for long-term cover or a permanent position
  • Competitive pay, with weekly payments and pay-to-scale opportunities where applicable
  • Well-resourced and supportive teaching environment
  • Access to CPD and training through The National College
  • Ongoing support from an experienced education recruitment team
  • A rewarding opportunity to develop students' practical life skills

If you're ready to bring your passion for cooking into the classroom and can start ASAP or in September 2026, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for this full-time Cooking Teacher opportunity in Northampton.