Food Technician

GDST; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and pay progress.

Training grants for qualifications

Generous pension schemes

Free life assurance benefit

Free school lunches

Cycle to Work scheme

Travel season ticket loans

Job summary

Brighton Girls (GDST) is recruiting a part-time Food Technician to join the Food and Nutrition team in Brighton. The role focuses on providing practical technical support to teachers and students, ensuring safe, compliant lab operations during term-time.

The successful candidate will work approximately 15 hours per week, during term time, with a start date as soon as possible and a salary of £27,987 FTE (about £9,244 actual pay for part-time).

Qualifications

• Experience in food technology or nutrition settings preferred.
• Ability to follow Health & Safety regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Food and Nutrition Teacher.
• Ensure safe and efficient lab/teaching environments in line with regulations.
• Support students in Food and Nutrition activities during term time.

Job description

* Food TechnicianFast Apply# Food TechnicianEmployerLocation: Brighton, East SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £27,987 FTE (Approx. £9,244 actual pay TBC)Posted: 11th September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 18th September 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573688Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1573688* Share :**Food Technician***Start date*: As soon as possible*Hours*: Approx. 15 hours per week (TBC), term time only*Contract*: Part time, permanent*Salary*: Regional Grade 3, £27,987 FTE (Approx. £9,244 actual pay TBC)We are looking for a part-time Technician to join our enthusiastic Food and Nutrition team.You will need the passion and energy to support our talented students, who approach the study of Food and Nutrition with dedication and imagination.You will be responsible for the efficient and effective provision of technical support to the Food and Nutrition Teacher, in accordance with all current internal and external Health and Safety regulations and guidelines.Brighton Girls (part of the GDST) is known for promoting confidence, creativity, and compassion in its students. Working in an environment with a clear sense of purpose can be deeply motivating. Being part of the GDST network comes with access to continuous training, professional courses, and progression opportunities.Brighton Girls has a strong sense of community.We can offer a variety of benefits, which include:| Competitive salaries and pay progression| Access to extensive professional development opportunities| Training grants for qualifications| Generous pension schemes| Free life assurance benefit| Free school lunches| Access to trip benefits| A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools| Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans| A Cycle to Work scheme| Competitive terms and conditions of employmentFor further details about this opportunity and to apply, please click the apply button.Applications should be submitted by 9am on Monday 21st September 2026 at the latest.Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview on Thursday 24th September.We reserve the right to close the job prior to the closing date, therefore early applications are recommended.The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Girls' Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.### Brighton Girls - GDSTPart of### Girls' Day School Trust (GDST)