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Job Ref No. ECC5420-375S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: £32,916 - £51,051
Position Start Date: 01/01/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 03/11/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: w/c 3rd November 2025  

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We are seeking to appoint, from January 2026 or as soon as possible, a qualified and highly enthusiastic Teacher of Food Technology. The successful candidate will be a motivated and dynamic colleague, with a passion for raising standards and attainment.

The successful candidate will be able to teach across the ability and age range, supporting the development of Food Technology to the highest standards for all pupils at Key Stages 3 and 4.

Cornelius Vermuyden is the perfect place to take the next step in, or start, your teaching career. Whether you are just joining the teaching profession, or are looking for an exciting opportunity to further your career, you can be assured of our commitment to developing you as a professional in terms of high-quality support and training.

Our offer of continued professional development will result in a personalised programme of support and training to enhance your skills and abilities, supported by state-of-the-art technology. The school also boasts a purpose built Teacher Training Room for sharing practice.

Cornelius Vermuyden School promotes the values of Trauma Perceptive Practice (TPP) in all that we do:-

  • Compassion and Kindness
  • Hope
  • Connection and Belonging

Furthermore, we expect all of our staff to model and uphold these values to our school community.

CVs alone will not be accepted. CVs sent via a recruitment agency will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if there is a good level of response. We would therefore recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.

Cornelius Vermuyden School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All postholders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact HR@seeat.org

Information about the School

Cornelius Vermuyden is a vibrant and distinctive learning community in which all students receive the support, challenge and encouragement that they need to become successful, confident and mature young people who are well-prepared for life beyond school. Located on a beautiful site on Canvey Island and easily accessible to all parts of Essex, Southend and London, the school provides a secure and happy environment for positive and exciting learning experiences.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Louise Collins
Dinant Avenue, Canvey Island
Essex, SS8 9QS
Telephone: 01268 685011
Email: lcollins@corneliusvermuyden.com