Food Technician

Veritas Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Food Technician for a full-time, permanent role in West London. You will support practical Food Technology lessons for students aged 11-19, including those with autism, SEMH, ADHD, and other needs.

The ideal candidate has prior food tech experience in education, a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (or willing to obtain), and strong teamwork and communication skills. An enhanced DBS is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Food Technician or related role in education.
• Strong understanding of Food Hygiene and Safety.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in school/SEN settings preferred.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, equipment and resources for practical lessons.
• Support teaching staff and students during cooking activities.
• Maintain a clean, stocked Food Technology environment.
• Monitor stock levels and order ingredients and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
• Support students with SEN and additional learning needs.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Communication

SEN support

Food safety awareness

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Food Technician

West London

Full-Time, Permanent role

Salary: £140 - £180+ per day

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Food Technician to join a well-established independent specialist secondary school in West London, supporting students aged 11-19 with Autism (ASC), SEMH, ADHD, and additional learning needs. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive team and help deliver engaging Food Technology lessons.

This role would suit candidates with experience as a Food Technician, School Food Technician, Catering Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Food Preparation Assistant, or Hospitality Assistant, particularly within education or SEN settings.

Key Responsibilities

As a Food Technician, you will:

• Prepare ingredients, equipment, and resources for practical Food Technology lessons.
• Support teaching staff and students during food preparation and cooking activities.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and fully stocked food technology environment.
• Monitor stock levels and order ingredients, equipment, and resources as required.
• Ensure compliance with Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and COSHH regulations.
• Support students with SEN, Autism, SEMH, and additional learning needs during practical sessions.

Requirements

• Have experience as a Food Technician, Catering Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, or similar.
• Possess a good understanding of Food Hygiene, Food Safety, and Health & Safety procedures.
• Hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Have experience working in a school, college, SEN, or educational setting (desirable).
• Have experience supporting children or young people with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, or additional needs (advantageous).
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.

About the School

This independent specialist secondary school provides tailored education for students with SEND. Through small class sizes, therapeutic support, and a nurturing environment, the school helps young people thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while building independence for the future.

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.

You must have legal right to work in the UK.

You must have willingness to attend registration interview.

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.