Technician Support Worker

Waltham Forest; City Of London; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in East London is seeking a Technician Support Worker for fixed-term maternity cover. The role involves supporting the operation of Hospitality and Culinary Arts training kitchens and requires Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality or Catering, along with experience in the industry. The successful candidate will enjoy a friendly team environment with benefits like enhanced sick pay and professional development opportunities. Applications are invited before the 5th January 2026 closing date.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced sick pay

NUS Employee discount

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Sodexo benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality or Catering are essential.
• Experience in Hospitality with sound knowledge of food management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of Hospitality training kitchens.
• Carry out a wide range of duties in stores and training kitchens.

Skills

Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality

Health and Safety knowledge

Food Safety knowledge

Experience in Hospitality

Job description

Technician Support Worker

Walthamstow, Greater London

£26,060 per annum

Fixed term contract

Waltham Forest College

Job Title

Technician and Support Worker - Fixed Term maternity cover

Location

East London

Hours

36 hours, 42 weeks per year Term Time Only

Salary range

£26,060 per annum

Employer

Waltham Forest College

Overview

Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College's focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

Role and Responsibilities

You will be required to carry out a wide range of duties in the stores and training kitchens to support the day to day operation of Hospitality and Culinary Arts training kitchens.

Qualifications

You will have Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality or Catering, Health and Safety and Food Safety which is essential for the role. You will have experience of working in Hospitality with a sound knowledge of food management systems.

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2025 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date

5 January 2026

Interview Date

TBC

• Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date.
• Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality or Catering, Health and Safety and Food Safety which is essential for the role. Experience of working in Hospitality with a sound knowledge of food management systems.
• Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating.
• Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College's focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth. Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, the College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.
• Required duties in the stores and training kitchens to support the day to day operation of Hospitality and Culinary Arts training kitchens.
• Opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.