Textiles & Food Technician

Teaching Vacancies; Elland; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in Elland is seeking a Textiles & Food Technician to support the Technology team. The role involves preparing lessons, maintaining safety standards, and assisting students. Ideal candidates should have a background in food technology and strong communication skills. This permanent position offers a salary of £15,759 - £16,262 for 27 hours a week. Applications close on 30 September 2025.

Benefits

Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pensions Fund

Free Parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual Flu Vaccines

Eye Care

Qualifications

• Experience in food technology or related field.
• Ability to support students in a classroom setting.
• Knowledge of hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, food and equipment for lessons.
• Maintain a safe and well-stocked working environment.
• Assist teaching staff in providing learning activities.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Food Preparation

Classroom Management

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Textiles & Food Technician to join our thriving Technology team. This will be an exciting and rewarding role where you will specialise in Food and Textiles; supporting with the preparation and delivery of lessons to students who are keen to learn and achieve. Salary: Band C (NJC points 4-6) Actual Salary: £15,759 - £16,262. Contract Terms: Permanent, Term time only. Hours: 27 hours 30 minutes per week. Monday to Friday 08:30 – 14:50. Closing Date: Tuesday 30 September 2025 at 9am. Start Date: w/c 3 November 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

What the role involves in a nutshell

• Preparation of materials, food and equipment for demonstrations and lessons
• Maintenance of food technology rooms and classrooms to ensure a well-stocked, safe working environment
• Following Health & Safety and Hygiene standards and procedures and applying these across the department at all times
• To provide advice and assistance in the classroom to support students and to assist teaching staff with the provision of learning activities and any extra-curricular activities

What you get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a passionate, supportive and forward-looking team under the direction and with the support of the Head of Technology. At Ryburn Valley High you’ll find a strong foundation where you can make a real difference to the lives of our children.

Benefits

• Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pensions Fund
• A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team
• Staff development through appraisal and CPD
• Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students
• Free Parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual Flu Vaccines
• Eye Care
• Home & Technology Scheme
• Rewards and discounts
• GP Online and Prescription Service
• Your Care Wellbeing package
• Lifestyle benefits (discount platform)

How to apply

If our school sounds like a place you would like to be join and where you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Carrie Burbidge, Personal Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team, via [e-mail]. If you’re ready to apply, please complete our online application form.

Safeguarding

SAFER RECRUITMENT: We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

What the school offers its staff: none

Commitment to safeguarding: Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Recruitment follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to checks including: DBS, medical, right to work, references, and suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.