Part-time Food Science Technician in Ware

Hours: Approximately 15 hours per week (Some flexibility with start and finish times) (Term-Time Only)

Are you organised, practical, and passionate about supporting young people in a creative learning environment? St Edmunds College is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Science Technician to support the smooth running of our Food Science department. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in preparing engaging practical lessons, maintaining a safe and welcoming food room environment, and supporting pupils throughout their learning experience.

Working closely with the Food Science Teacher, you will:

• Prepare ingredients, materials and equipment for practical lessons
• Assist with demonstrations, displays and College events
• Monitor stock levels and place orders when required
• Maintain clean, hygienic and organised food preparation areas
• Support pupils during practical activities
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed
• Help maintain equipment and resources in excellent condition
• Assist with inventories, audits and record keeping
• Contribute to Food Science co-curricular activities

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Is highly organised and proactive
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean and efficient workspace
• Works well as part of a team
• Enjoys working with young people
• Has good practical food preparation skills
• Understands the importance of health, safety and hygiene standards

Whilst not in a teaching role, as a Food Science Technician you will be working on a regular basis in a school in a role which gives opportunity for contact with children. As such, you will be in regulated activity and an enhanced DBS check (which includes children's barred list information) will be required in advance of appointment. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. As with all College staff members, you will therefore be responsible for providing a safe environment in which children can learn.

If you would like to apply, please complete an application by the closing date. Closing date for applications when all forms must be received by HR is: Midday, Monday 1st June 2026. Interviews to take place: As soon as possible after the closing date. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo relevant Safeguarding Checks. We will seek references on short-listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.