Contract: Permanent, Part-time (20 hours per week/ 38 weeks per year)
Samuel Ward Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and organised Food and Nutrition Technician to join our successful Food and Nutrition department on a part-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to support our students as they develop practical skills, creativity and confidence through the study of Food and Nutrition.
Working closely with the classroom teacher, you will prepare ingredients, equipment and learning resources, maintain a safe and organised learning environment, and provide effective technical support for lessons.
The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills, a positive and flexible approach, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety. Previous experience in a food preparation, catering or educational setting would be advantageous, although training will be provided. The hours will be 20 a week spread over 5 days.
At Samuel Ward Academy, we are proud of our strong community and commitment to helping every student achieve their personal best. Our values of being Aspirational, Brave and Compassionate underpin everything we do. We offer a welcoming and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, membership of a generous pension scheme, staff wellbeing support, and the opportunity to work alongside dedicated colleagues and motivated students.
Interviews: w/c 11 October 2026
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
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