Food Technician

TimePlan Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Forest Gate is seeking a well-organised Design & Technology Technician to join from January 2026. This role focuses on supporting the Food Technology department by preparing materials and assisting teachers during practical sessions. The ideal candidate has experience in food technology, understands health and safety regulations, and brings strong organisational skills. This position offers competitive pay, ongoing support, and potential long-term opportunities within local schools.

Benefits

Opportunities to work in well-regarded local schools

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term and potentially permanent opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a technician role or working within a school food technology or DT setting.
• A good understanding of food hygiene, health & safety, and COSHH regulations.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one through TimePlan).

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients, materials, and equipment for Food Technology lessons.
• Assisting teachers during practical sessions and demonstrations.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Monitoring stock levels and placing orders where necessary.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Experience in food technology

Understanding of food hygiene

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Job description

DT Technician - Focus on Food Technology

Secondary School - Forest Gate

Start Date: January 2026

Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Recruiting on behalf of a secondary school in Forest Gate - TimePlan Education

About the Role

TimePlan Education are currently seeking a dedicated and well‑organised Design & Technology Technician to join a supportive secondary school in Forest Gate from January 2026. This role will predominantly be based within the Food Technology department.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting teaching staff by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment for practical lessons. Although the focus will be on Food Technology, there may be occasional support required across the wider DT department.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients, materials, and equipment for Food Technology lessons
• Assisting teachers during practical sessions and demonstrations
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with food hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Monitoring stock levels and placing orders where necessary
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, and food hygiene standards
• Supporting general departmental tasks as required

Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience in a technician role or working within a school food technology or DT setting
• A good understanding of food hygiene, health & safety, and COSHH regulations
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting teaching and learning
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one through TimePlan)

What We Offer

• Opportunities to work in well‑regarded local schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support throughout your placement
• Long‑term and potentially permanent opportunities

If you have a passion for practical learning and for ensuring a safe and well‑run environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join a vibrant secondary school community in Forest Gate this January.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and are committed to a full‑time, long‑term role, please click 'Apply Now.'

TimePlan Education Group LTD is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also need to provide two professional references covering at least the last two years and complete our online application process, followed by a video or face‑to‑face interview. TimePlan Education Group LTD is an Equal Opportunities Employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.