Trainee Food Technology Teacher
Partnerships Co-ordinator
About the Role
Are you passionate about food, nutrition, and education? Do you want to turn that passion into a rewarding teaching career? Grad2Teach is offering an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Food Technology Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Cleethorpes, following a structured route towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – all while earning a salary.
Why Cleethorpes?
Situated on the stunning Lincolnshire coastline, Cleethorpes offers a unique blend of seaside charm and community spirit. With sandy beaches, scenic views, and a supportive educational environment, it’s a fantastic location to start your teaching career and enjoy a great work-life balance.
About Grad2Teach
Grad2Teach delivers a school-based, salaried teacher training programme. From day one, you’ll be gaining valuable classroom experience in a real school while being supported by experienced educators. Our structured training pathway will guide you step-by-step to becoming a confident, qualified teacher – leading to both QTS and PGCE.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Teaching Food Technology at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, helping students develop essential life skills.
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Planning creative and engaging lessons that explore food preparation, nutrition, and health.
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Encouraging pupils to think critically about food choices, sustainability, and culture.
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Working closely with a mentor and wider teaching staff to develop your teaching practice.
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Becoming an active member of a vibrant school community.
Requirements:
To be eligible for this role and the Grad2Teach programme, you must have:
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A UK undergraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Food Science, Nutrition, Hospitality, Catering, Home Economics).
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GCSE Grade C/4 or above in both English and Mathematics.
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A passion for food, education, and inspiring young minds.
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Good communication and organisational skills.
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A commitment to training and progressing towards QTS and PGCE.
What You’ll Gain:
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A salaried position while you train.
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A structured route to gaining QTS and PGCE.
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Hands-on classroom experience with tailored support and mentoring.
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Professional development opportunities throughout the year.
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A long-term career in a creative and essential subject area.
Apply Now
If you're ready to start your teaching journey in Cleethorpes and make a difference in young people’s lives through Food Technology, this is your opportunity.