FOOD TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN

Vandyke Upper School, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3DY

24 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  5 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £11,379.00 - £11,557.00 Annually (Actual) NJC level 2A (3-4), 19.5hrs/week (Days to be discussed at interview) £11,379-£11,557 based on full time salary of £24,796-£25,185.

FOOD TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN job summary

FOOD TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN

REQUIRED ASAP

NJC level 2A (3-4), 19.5hrs/week (Days to be discussed at interview) £11,379-£11,557 based on full time salary of £24,796-£25,185.

An exciting opportunity to be part of a strong team in a growing and thriving Academy with a clear vision and ambition for our students. Our Food Technology Technicians provide assistance for student practical lessons, maintain health & safety regulations within the kitchen, control stock, stock rotation and shopping for supplies. You will be committed, resourceful and flexible in the role, and be able to work as part of a team while using your own initiative.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. References and an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Please visit our website at www.vandyke.beds.sch.uk for further information and an application form, or contact Mrs Jo Sessions, PA to Headteacher on 01525 636700 or via email recruitment@vandyke.cbeds.co.uk.

Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 5 January 2026

Once we have received sufficient applications the vacancy may close, so if you are interested you are advised to apply immediately. If you are short-listed for interview, details will be sent.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Vandyke Upper School

• School type: Academy, ages 13 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1507 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 13 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Vandyke Upper School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/vandyke-upper-school

A high achieving school where everyone matters.
At Vandyke we believe that the ingredients for effective learning and high achievement include outstanding teaching, high expectations and an atmosphere within which relationships flourish. We pride ourselves on the school’s high standards and inclusive reputation.

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