School Food Technician

Outwood Grange Acadamies Trust; Worksop; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Valley in Worksop is seeking a dedicated Food Technician to support the Technology Department. You will assist with food preparation and hygiene standards, manage stock and equipment, and help keep the learning environment safe and well-organized.

The role is 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time only plus 5 additional days (39 weeks). Start date is as soon as possible, with actual salary of £21,955 to £22,304 per year.

Qualifications

• Food preparation and hygiene standards experience.
• Ability to support teaching and learning in a busy Food Technology environment.
• Stock control, equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the Technology Department on a day-to-day basis.
• Manage stock control, equipment maintenance and rigorous cleaning procedures to ensure lessons run smoothly.

Job description

Role: Food Technician

Academy: Outwood Academy Valley

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary (Actual Salary): £21,955 to £22,304

Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only + 5 days (39 weeks)

Do you have practical expertise in food preparation and hygiene standards, coupled with a desire to facilitate dynamic teaching and learning in a busy Food Technology environment? Can you manage stock control, equipment maintenance, and rigorous cleaning procedures to ensure lessons run smoothly? The overall purpose of this post is supporting teaching and learning in the Technology Department on a day-to-day basis.

Welcome from the Principal

I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Valley, a school where excellence, innovation, and opportunity create an outstanding learning environment for both students and staff. We are situated at the heart of the community in Worksop, the \"Gateway to the Dukeries.\"

We are deeply committed to putting students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. We believe learning should be enjoyable and enriching, allowing students to make exceptional progress through our knowledge-rich, personalised curriculum. Our Performing Arts Department is a particular area of excellence.

If you are passionate about education, we warmly invite you to join our dedicated team. We value and invest in our staff, offering high-quality professional development and a collaborative environment. We operate as a supportive school family, celebrating successes and working together with a shared sense of purpose.

If you would like to visit the school or would like more information on the role, please contact Nick Ruddlesdin, Head of DT at [e-mail]

Closing date: Midday, Friday 18th September 2026