Food Tech Teacher - Specialist Autism Secondary School | Harborne Long Term Futures is recruiting an adaptable, passionate Food Tech Teacher to join a high-performing autism specialist secondary school in Harborne, Birmingham. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled teacher who thrives in structured, calm environments and who can deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons to students aged 11-19 with diverse sensory, communication and developmental needs.
This provision offers excellent support, strong leadership, low-arousal classrooms, autism-informed practice, and a focus on helping pupils develop meaningful life skills and independence.
Job Title: Food Technology Teacher - Autism Specialist Secondary School
Location: Harborne, Birmingham
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm
Pay: Main Pay Scale (UPS considered)
The Role As a Food Technology Teacher, you will:
* Teach Food Technology across KS3, KS4 and KS5

* Deliver differentiated lessons tailored to autism-specific learning profiles

* Promote independence, confidence, communication and life skills

* Ensure safe management of practical cooking sessions, equipment and materials

* Adjust tasks and environments to support sensory needs, allergies and EHCP targets

* Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene and kitchen safety

* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and SEN specialists

* Support accreditation, qualifications and personalised learning pathways

* Contribute to curriculum development rooted in autism-informed practice

What We’re Looking For * QTS or QTLS (Food Tech or related discipline)

* Experience teaching Food Tech teacher in a school setting (SEN/autism desirable)

* Strong understanding of sensory needs, communication differences and EHCPs

* Excellent organisational skills and practical subject knowledge

* Calm, patient, low-arousal approach with firm but supportive behaviour management

* Ability to build trusting relationships and promote independence

* Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

About the School * Specialist secondary school for pupils with Autism aged 11-19

* Well-equipped Food Technology rooms and structured routines

* Highly supportive leadership and multi-disciplinary team

* Strong focus on independence, life skills and personalised learning

* Excellent CPD and autism-specialist training available

This is an ideal role for a Food Tech Teacher who values compassion, structure and meaningful impact in a specialist SEN environment.
Why Work with Long Term Futures? * Long-term roles with real potential for permanent employment

* No day-to-day supply - consistent full-time placement

* Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support

* Trial days instead of formal interviews

* Free CPD: Autism Support, Behaviour Management, Communication Strategies & more

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process * Apply - Submit your CV via the application page

* Initial Call - We discuss your experience and preferences

* Trial Day - Visit the school before committing

* Start Work - Begin your new role if the school is the right fit

A valid DBS and two professional references are required.
For other Food Technology, SEN or specialist teaching roles, contact Tim at Long Term Futures.