Teacher of Health and Food Technology

George Watson's College wishes to appoint a part time Teacher of Health and Food Technology (HFT) to cover a maternity leave from August 2026. Full time hours would be considered for a newly qualified teacher or for a teacher about to start their probationary year. The vacancy represents an opportunity for a practitioner with outstanding potential to make a high profile contribution to one of Scotland's leading schools.

To apply, please include a letter of application of no more than 800 words giving us more information about you and why you would like the role, addressed to Mrs Louise Clarke, Head of Senior School.

Any specific questions relating to the advertised post can be put directly to the Head of Pupil Development, Joanna McGlynn, by email ().

Candidates called for an interview will be asked to teach a lesson as part of the selection process.

If you require more information about the school, please visit our school website.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 1 June 2026

Interview date: to be confirmed

• Create a positive, safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment that supports all learners.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of behaviour within the classroom and across the school.
• Ensure all health, safety, and hygiene standards are rigorously upheld.
• Work collaboratively with the HFT team, including the HFT Technician, to ensure the effective delivery of the curriculum.
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons aligned with CfE experiences and outcomes, QS supporting progression and pathways for all learners.
• Prepare and present learners for QS and other relevant qualifications, ensuring high standards of attainment and achievement.
• Develop learners' lifelong skills and interest in health and food through high quality S3 Core and Senior Enrichment lessons.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary learning and wider enrichment opportunities.
• Use assessment effectively to track progress, provide high quality feedback, and inform next steps in learning.
• Engage professionally and collaboratively with pupils, colleagues, and families to support achievement and attainment.
• Contribute to HFT and whole school improvement planning in line with HGIOS 4 quality indicators.
• Lead an aspect of an HFT subject or year group.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and reflective practice to enhance teaching quality.

• Qualified Teacher of Health and Food Technology (or probationer working towards full registration).
• Registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• Experience of teaching Health and Food Technology in a secondary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of CfE and QS qualifications, particularly National 5 Practical Cookery and Skills for Work: Hospitality and Barista.
• Commitment to high quality learning and teaching and to contributing to a positive school ethos.

Location: George Watson's College, Edinburgh

Contract Type: Part time, Maternity Cover. Full time hours would be considered for a newly qualified teacher or for a teacher about to start their probationary year.

Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience

Benefits: Competitive salary, reduced school fees at George Watson's College for children of staff, Membership of the Galleon Club (the school's fitness club)