School Technician: Food Technology
Westminster Academy, London, W2 5EZThis job expired on 13 October 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
13 October 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
4 August 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,627 (based on £28,161 full-time equivalent)
School Technician: Food Technology job summary
*Interviews will be conducted on an on-going basis*
Westminster Academy is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Food Technology Technician to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support a thriving department that values creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning. As a Food Technology Technician, you will play a key role in supporting practical lessons, maintaining a safe and well-equipped learning environment, and ensuring students and staff have the resources they need for outstanding teaching and learning experiences.
The working basis of the position is Term Time + 1 week inset, 37.5 hours per week. You'll receive an annual salary of £24,627 (based on a full-time equivalent salary of £28,161).
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and organise ingredients, materials, and equipment for practical food technology lessons.
- Assist in lessons and demonstrations, supporting student learning in a safe and engaging environment.
- Ensure all Health and Safety protocols are met, including regular equipment checks and maintenance.
- Monitor stock levels, process orders, and manage deliveries.
- Maintain clean, safe and functional food technology classrooms and resources.
- Support the department during practical assessments and examinations.
- Contribute to the continued development of the department's curriculum and facilities.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
- A good level of education (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
- Excellent communication, ICT, and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations, especially in a food technology setting - or willingness to learn.
- A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented attitude.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively.
- Experience as a technician in a school or similar environment is highly desirable.
Desirable:
- Experience working in an educational or food preparation environment.
- Confidence in supporting teaching and engaging with students.
- Passion for education, food technology, and supporting student success.
Why Join Westminster Academy?
- A supportive and inclusive staff culture.
- Commitment to your professional development and training.
- An Academy that believes every young person can succeed and makes it happen.
- A vibrant, multicultural school community located in the heart of London.
- Plus many more reasons... click here to learn more about our school.
Apply Today! If you are passionate about food technology and enjoy working in a practical, student-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
Westminster Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of our rigorous pre-employment checks.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding.
A professional social media check may take place to identify a candidate's online presence to look for negative behaviours such as bullying, racism, nudity and excessive bad language.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group. Applicants for any role at WA must disclose all convictions.
About Westminster Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1073 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Westminster Academy website
At Westminster Academy we have a deep and genuine commitment to provide an education that is unsurpassed anywhere in the world. Our mission is "Education is Success". This captures the sense of optimism and determination to succeed that permeates the Academy. We aim to develop resilience in our students, and the ability to be tenacious in their quest to be the best that they can be in all aspects of their lives. We draw out their individual talents and celebrate their personal achievements and their individual contribution.
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