About This Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our flourishing school, and we are seeking a dynamic and inspirational teacher of Technology, (Food Focus).
The position is 0.8 FTE although we would consider 1 FTE; please state your preference on the application.
At the Buckingham School we put our wonderful students at the heart of everything that we do. The Buckingham Way expects staff and students to take responsibility, be reflective and respectful. Above all else, we are kind.
The school is embedding its reputation for being ambitious for all learners. We focus on high standards of behaviour and the importance of learning. Our reputation as a great place to work and be educated is growing rapidly. If you are seeking an opportunity to work in such an exciting, aspirational, and fun workplace, then this will prove to be an exciting opportunity for you.
We are looking to recruit an experienced and well-qualified Teacher of Design Technology (experience and qualifications in teaching Food Technology is essential) to join our forward-thinking department. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a real passion for the subject and it would be ideal if they have experience of teaching the Eduqas GCSE Food Preparation and nutrition course as well as Food and Nutrition at KS3.
This is an exciting period to join The Buckingham School; we recently completed £2.5 million pounds of renovation work within the school. As part of this renovation, we have installed four new state-of-the-art science laboratories, taking the total we have to nine. We have seen steady improvement in all areas of the school over the past three years and we will continue in our quest to become the community school of choice within the locality. We are ambitious, oversubscribed and our students are fantastic to work with.
Applications are welcome from ECTs as well as experienced teachers. We have a proven track record of support and development and an excellent ECT package is available.
In return, we will offer you
A professional, supportive and experienced team, including excellent technical support
A personalised approach to Continuing Professional Development
A role in a school that has a clear vision
The opportunity to work with students who possess excellent attitudes to learning
A learning environment that is ambitious, collaborative and forward-thinking
To access details relating to this vacancy and to download the required application form, please visit the school website The Buckingham School, or alternatively click the apply button. Please send completed application, giving full contact details of two recent relevant professional referees (one of which is your current employer) to Mr Andy McGinnes, Headteacher via email to emansfield@buckinghamschool.org. We look forward to hearing from you.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted for any roles based in the school.
Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 14th April 2026.
Interview date: TBC.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early for a suitable candidate; therefore, if you are interested in this role, please submit your application as early as possible.
The Buckingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service and online screening in line with the ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ act.