Design and Technology Food Technician

Overview The successful candidate will provide full technician support within the Art and Design Technology Faculty, particularly in food and textiles, by preparing and maintaining resources, setting up equipment, and ensuring a safe, organised environment for practical teaching and learning. The role will involve working under the guidance of teaching staff to support lessons, assist with the supervision of pupils, trainees and volunteers during practical activities, and contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the department. Responsibilities will also include carrying out health and safety checks and risk assessments, maintaining equipment and stock, and advising staff on safe working practices. The role requires using initiative within established procedures to respond to day-to-day challenges, supporting the school\'s ethos, and working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure high standards of safety, organisation, and student support. Responsibilities * Provide full technician support within the Art and Design Technology Faculty, particularly in food and textiles, by preparing and maintaining resources, setting up equipment, and ensuring a safe, organised environment for practical teaching and learning. * Work under the guidance of teaching staff to support lessons, assist with the supervision of pupils, trainees and volunteers during practical activities, and contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the department. * Carry out health and safety checks and risk assessments. * Maintain equipment and stock. * Advise staff on safe working practices. * Use initiative within established procedures to respond to day-to-day challenges. * Support the school\'s ethos and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure high standards of safety, organisation, and student support. Qualifications * Possess GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above (or equivalent). * Have recent experience of working with a food and textiles environment. * Ideally, have knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation and requirements. * Have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative. Benefits * State of the art building with excellent facilities. * Opportunities for further development and training. * A healthy work-life balance. * Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme. * Free on-site parking. * Excellent employer pension contribution scheme. #J-18808-Ljbffr