Technician Support Worker

eTeach UK Limited; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in East London is seeking a Technician and Support Worker for Fixed Term maternity cover. You will support Hospitality and Culinary Arts training kitchens through various duties. Required skills include Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality or Catering and experience in the field, alongside Health and Safety and Food Safety certifications. Benefits include a friendly working environment, career development opportunities, and various employee perks.

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 knowledge of food management systems.
• Health and Safety and Food Safety certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties in the stores and training kitchens.
• Support day-to-day operations of Hospitality and Culinary Arts training kitchens.

Skills

Experience in Hospitality

Knowledge of food management systems

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality or Catering

Health and Safety certification

Food Safety certification

Job description

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

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.

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.

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 candidates.

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*.