DT (Food) Technician

Progress Teachers Ltd; Dudley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Food Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Dudley. The role involves preparing and maintaining the food technology classroom for practical lessons, supporting teachers and students, and ensuring health and safety standards. Candidates should have experience in a practical environment, and excellent organisational skills. This is a great opportunity for those looking to contribute to a vibrant educational setting.

Qualifications

• Desirable experience in a school, food preparation, or catering environment.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clear away equipment for food technology lessons.
• Ensure classroom safety and cleanliness.
• Support teachers during practical lessons.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Food hygiene knowledge

Professional approach

Teamwork

Job description

A welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Dudley is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Food Technology Technician to join their Design & Technology department on a part-time basis (2 days per week [Mon & Fri]). This role is being recruited with the support of Progress Teachers, a specialist education recruitment agency.

This is an excellent opportunity to support high-quality teaching and learning in a busy, practical classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and clear away equipment and ingredients for practical food technology lessons
• Ensure the food technology classroom and preparation areas are clean, safe and well maintained
• Support teachers and students during practical lessons where required
• Monitor and manage stock levels, including ordering ingredients and supplies
• Ensure health and safety standards are followed, including food hygiene procedures
• Carry out regular equipment checks and basic maintenance
• Assist with the safe storage and disposal of food items and waste

Requirements

• Experience working in a school, food preparation, catering or similar practical environment (desirable)
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A calm, professional and flexible approach to work
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check (or have one registered on the update service)