Food Technology Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; Winsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Food Technology Technician for a part-time role at a secondary school in Cheshire West and Chester. The position starts immediately and entails preparing materials for lessons, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting teaching staff. Ideal candidates should have experience in a similar role and a strong understanding of food hygiene. Competitive pay rates and ongoing support provided. An Enhanced DBS check is required.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to CPD and safeguarding training

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Food Technology Technician or similar role.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and materials for Food Technology lessons.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Maintain the food technology classroom and storage areas.

Skills

Food safety

Hygiene regulations

Organisational skills

Independent working

Job description

Food Technology Technician - Secondary School (Cheshire West & Chester)

Immediate Start | Part-Time | Supply Role

Food Technology Technician | DT Technician | School Technician | Secondary School | Cheshire West and Chester | Immediate Start

The Role

Position: Food Technology Technician / DT Technician

Location: Cheshire West and Chester

Start Date: Immediate

Duration: Until February half-term

Hours: 9:00am - 2:30pm

Pay: Negotiable, depending on experience

About the School

The school is a well-regarded 11‑16 secondary academy with a strong focus on:

• High expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Respect, inclusion and community values
• Preparing pupils with practical life skills alongside academic success
• A calm, well‑structured learning environment

Staff are supported by a proactive leadership team who value collaboration, professionalism and student wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients, materials and equipment for Food Technology lessons (KS3 & KS4)
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and food hygiene regulations
• Maintaining and organising the food technology classroom and storage areas
• Supporting teaching staff during practical lessons
• Cleaning, stock control and safe storage of equipment

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Food Technology Technician, DT Technician or similar school-based role
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and risk assessments
• Experience working within a secondary school environment preferred
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Market-leading education recruitment agency
• Competitive, negotiable pay rates
• Access to long-term and short-term supply roles
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Free access to CPD and safeguarding training via our partnership with The National College

For further information or to apply for this Food Technology Technician role in Cheshire West and Chester, please contact Anthony Bailey on (phone number removed) or by emailing (url removed).

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.