About This Role
Chellaston Academy, Chellaston, Derby
Permanent
1.0FTE
MPS/UPS
Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.
At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes.
About the Role
A Teacher of Food Technology is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring students gain essential practical skills, strong subject knowledge, and an understanding of nutrition, food preparation, and the wider food industry. The role includes planning engaging lessons, assessing pupil progress, and supporting the wider school ethos.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Food Technology Teacher to join our vibrant team at Chellaston Academy. You will inspire students across KS3 and KS4 through engaging practical and theory-based lessons, bringing strong subject knowledge, creativity, and a passion for helping young people achieve their full potential. If you are motivated, student-focused, and eager to contribute to a supportive and values-driven school community, we would be delighted to receive your application.
What We Offer
As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:
A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing
This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.
Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.
Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their preemployment checks.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
How to Apply:
If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this. Please call 01332 702502.
Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 12 April 2026
Interview date: TBC
Potential start date: ASAP