Food Technology Technician

Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization based in Coventry is seeking a Food Technology Technician. The role involves maintaining classrooms, equipment, and assisting in lessons. Ideal candidates should have awareness of health and safety procedures and can receive training. The post offers a supportive community with opportunities for personal development, with an actual salary of £16,666 - £17,472 per annum, and part-time hours during term time.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Employee well-being benefits

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience as a Food Technology Technician or willingness to learn.
• Certification in First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Care for Food Technology classrooms.
• Maintain machinery and equipment.
• Prepare materials and equipment for lessons.
• Assist teaching staff during lessons.
• Keep Health & Safety records.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Manual handling knowledge

Job description

Overview

We are looking to appoint a Food Technology Technician to be based at The Westwood Academy to support a large and busy department. This is an interesting post for an experienced Food Technology Technician, but training can be given to a suitable candidate. An awareness of working within health and safety at work and manual handling procedures would be advantageous.

Typical Duties

• Provide for general care of Food Technology classrooms.
• Responsible for the maintenance of machinery and equipment, ensuring it is fit for purpose and compliant in safety checks.
• Organising for the machinery to be checked and repaired as required.
• Prepare materials and equipment for lessons.
• Maintain and provide for safe storage of stock (materials, resources and equipment).
• Assist teaching staff with practical lessons.
• Undertake Health & Safety record keeping as required.
• Undertake First Aid duties as a qualified first aider required.

Safeguarding

The Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and parents to share that commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with Children\'s Barred List check and obtain membership of the DBS update Service.

Contract and Remuneration

Grade 3 - (24,404 - £25,584) Per Annum Pro rata
Actual £16,666 - £17,472
Mat cover until 30th June 2026
30 hrs per week, Mon - Fri Term time only.

About Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust

The Kenilworth Multi Academy Trust comprises two schools within its umbrella, offering a rich and diverse learning environment. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and development, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing space for both students and staff. The Westwood Academy is nestled in a leafy suburb on the outskirts of Coventry within walking distance of the University of Warwick campus, where our strong partnership with the University and other local employers fosters innovation and opportunity. Committed to our path to reclaiming our \'Good\' status we offer a nurturing and vibrant environment where talent is recognised. Classrooms are fully equipped with large interactive TV screens and all the latest technologies at both the schools across the Trust.

Benefits

• Excellent CPD opportunities
• A supportive team of colleagues across the school
• A positive, community environment with an innovative learning culture
• A dedicated and forward-looking management team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students.
• Employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme (Benenden) including physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discounts, free flu vaccination, a laptop and free on-site parking.