Food Technician

TimePlan Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Design & Technology Technician for a secondary school in Forest Gate starting January 2026. This role involves preparing materials for Food Technology lessons, maintaining safety standards, and supporting practical sessions. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar setting, understand food hygiene regulations, and possess strong organisational skills. The position offers competitive pay and long-term opportunities within a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Opportunities to work in well-regarded local schools

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a technician role or a school food technology/DT setting.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, health & safety, and COSHH regulations.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, materials, and equipment for Food Technology lessons.
• Assist teachers during practical sessions and demonstrations.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders as necessary.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of food hygiene

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

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.

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

The 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
• 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.