School Food Technician — Part-Time, Support Learning

Helston Community College; Swindon; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Pension scheme (LG/Teachers)

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Helston Community College, part of Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated Food Technician to join our Design & Technology/Food Department. This is a part-time role, 2 days per week (Thu 08:15-16:15 and Fri 08:15-15:45), starting as soon as possible.

You will prepare ingredients and equipment for practical lessons, maintain a safe environment and support teachers during sessions. We welcome applicants who are enthusiastic, reliable and well organised, with good communication

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, reliable and highly organised.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• Good communication skills; enjoys working with young people.
• Experience in kitchen, catering or food preparation (desirable).
• Understands food hygiene practices (training can be provided).

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, equipment and resources for practical food lessons.
• Maintain a safe, clean and well-organised environment, following all hygiene and health & safety requirements.
• Support teachers during practical sessions, helping students to work safely and confidently.
• Assist with displays, demonstrations, and wider department activities.
• Contribute to the positive ethos of the College by supporting student learning and engagement.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Reliable

Highly organised

Communication skills

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene training

Job description

Helston Community College, part of Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated Food Technician to join our Design & Technology/Food Department. This is a part-time role, 2 days per week (Thu 08:15-16:15 and Fri 08:15-15:45), starting as soon as possible.

You will prepare ingredients and equipment for practical lessons, maintain a safe environment and support teachers during sessions. We welcome applicants who are enthusiastic, reliable and well organised, with good communication