Food Technician

Teaching Personnel; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a committed Food Technician for a secondary school in Salford. This full-time role involves preparing practical food lessons and supporting students and teaching staff. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, a proactive approach, and a commitment to the welfare of young people. This position offers competitive pay and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to develop valuable experience

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliability and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and resources for practical Food Technology lessons.
• Support teaching staff and students during lessons.
• Maintain cleanliness in food preparation areas.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Food Technician – Secondary School, Salford

Contract: Full-time, long-term; Location: Salford

A secondary school in Salford is seeking to appoint a committed and well-organised Food Technician to join its Food Technology department on a full-time, long-term basis. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the effective delivery of practical food lessons and to support the learning and progress of students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, equipment, and resources required for practical Food Technology lessons
• Provide in-class support to teaching staff and students during lessons, ensuring health and safety requirements are maintained at all times
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation within food preparation and storage areas
• Monitor stock levels and assist with the ordering and management of supplies
• Contribute to the efficient running of the department by supporting teaching and learning activities as directed

Person specification

• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Reliability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to supporting teaching staff and students
• Previous experience in a similar technician role, catering environment, or food preparation setting is desirable, though not essential as training can be provided
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

The school offers

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Competitive rates of pay
• The opportunity to develop valuable experience within a secondary school setting

This is a rewarding role for an individual who is enthusiastic about supporting practical education and who wishes to contribute positively to the experiences of young people.

Applications are invited from suitable candidates as soon as possible.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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