Food and ADT Technician

Job: Food and DT Technician

Location:Secondary Academy in Harlow, West Essex

Contract:Maternity cover contract, full-time term time only plus INSET days

Annual Salary: £21,108.26 - £22,094.67 (Actual Salary)

Benefits: Excellent benefits, please see more details below

Start date: As soon as possible

Aston Education is looking for a full-time Food and Design Technology Technicianto join this 11-16 Secondary Academy in Harlow, West Essex, as soon as possible.

They offer excellent benefits:

• Excellent pension
• Private healthcare
• Home and electronic salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to work 
• Gym membership salary sacrifice
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Workplace nursery salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support

As a Food and DT Technician, you'll provide technical support to Food and DT departments of the Academy in order to support teaching and learning.

You'll ensure equipment and materials are prepared for lessons and practical demonstrations as instructed by the teaching staff. You'll also support teachers in advising students on the safe and proper use of the equipment and support students in learning activities as required.

Requirements:

• A relevant qualification in food technology, catering, or a related field (e.g., NVQ, BTEC, or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience working in a food technology environment, school, or catering setting.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a food environment.
• Have knowledge and skills within Textiles, Resistant Materials and Food preparation
• Experience working with children and/or young people

The school empowers everyone to strive for excellence, overcome challenges, and achieve their full potential.

The school is part of a medium size multi academy trust, and their mission is to provide an outstanding education for every child and young person attending their schools.

Closing date: As soon as possible

To find out more and to apply to this Food and DT Technician job, please send your CV to Tarja Aila.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.