Teacher of Technology - Food Technology / Hospitality & Catering

We are seeking a passionate and committed Teacher of Technology (Food Technology / Hospitality & Catering) to join our dedicated team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, inspiring students to develop practical skills, creativity, and a strong understanding of the hospitality and food industry. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking department within a supportive and ambitious school community. Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons in Food Technology / Hospitality & Catering across KS3 and KS4
• Plan, prepare and assess learning to ensure excellent student progress
• Use effective teaching strategies to inspire and motivate learners
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, achievement, and participation
• Contribute to curriculum development within the Technology department
• Track, monitor, and support student progress using assessment data
• Create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to raise standards across the school
• Support the wider life of the school, including enrichment and extracurricular activities
What We Are Looking For We are looking for someone who is:
• A qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant degree
• Passionate about Food Technology / Hospitality & Catering
• Able to inspire, challenge, and engage students of all abilities
• A strong classroom practitioner with high expectations for all learners
• Committed to continuous professional development and teamwork
• Positive, resilient, and committed to making a difference
What We Offer
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Access to high-quality CPD and professional development opportunities
• Membership of a forward-thinking and values-driven trust
• Opportunities to work across a wider network of schools
• A strong culture of staff wellbeing and support
• Excellent facilities on a modern, well-resourced campus
Our Vision At Moorside High School, we believe every child deserves an excellent education, regardless of background. We are committed to ensuring that every student develops the knowledge, skills, and character needed to succeed in life. We do not just aim for academic success-we aim to develop confident, resilient, and ambitious young people who are ready for the world beyond school. Safeguarding Statement Moorside High School and Consilium Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references

Moorside High School is a vibrant and ambitious 11-16 school at the heart of its community, proudly serving students on the state-of-the-art Moorside Campus. We are a school where we get the balance right between academic progress, pastoral care, and a rich programme of curriculum enrichment. We are proud to be part of the Consilium Academies Trust, a family of schools across the North of England, united by our mission of "Enriching Lives and Inspiring Ambitions." At Moorside, we believe every student should leave us ready for their next successful chapter-whether that is university, further education, or a fulfilling career. Our values of Consideration, Aspiration, Resilience, and Equality underpin everything we do. We are proud to be judged Good by Ofsted (March 2022), but we are far from standing still. There is a strong culture of continuous improvement, high expectations, and professional collaboration. Staff wellbeing and development are central to our success, and we are committed to ensuring every colleague can thrive. About Consilium Academies Consilium Academies is a values-driven Multi-Academy Trust dedicated to Excellence, Equity and Integrity. Across nine schools, we work collaboratively to improve outcomes for all pupils through high-quality teaching, professional development, and a relentless focus on school improvement. We invest heavily in staff development through our Centre for Professional Learning, ensuring colleagues have access to high-quality CPD, leadership pathways, and cross-trust collaboration opportunities., Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer. We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education! Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.