Technology Technician (Food)

Reepham High School and College, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 4JT

14 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  27 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  6 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £16,543.00 Annually (Actual)

Technology Technician (Food) job summary

Reepham High School and College is located 14 miles North-West of Norwich.

We are looking for a skilled Technician for our Food Technology department, who will ensure our teaching kitchens and equipment operate at a professional standard, providing the foundation for our pupils to succeed.

As our Food Technician, you will support by ensuring that the food room is prepared for lessons, food demonstrations and science investigations. From preparing ingredients for introductory sessions to supporting the complex requirements of GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition, your support will ensure that every lesson is safe, organised, and inspiring. You will manage the procurement of fresh ingredients ensuring value for money, maintain an accurate inventory of stock, and ensure all equipment is ready for teacher demonstrations and student practicals.

You will provide technical guidance to students, helping them master cooking techniques and maintain high standards of hygiene. Safety and compliance are central to this role; you will ensure all activities meet CLEAPSS and Food Standards Agency guidelines, manage cleaning schedules, and monitor food storage to ensure a safe, professional workspace.

There is also the opportunity to deliver 2.5 hours of KS5 (College Students) Enrichment lessons at Instructor Rate delivering ‘Cooking on a Budget’.

For more information please contact: Jason Baxter, Food Technology Teacher by email, jbaxter@reephamhigh.org.uk

Please be aware that Reepham High School and College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. References will be sought and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Please apply through www.mynewterm.com

Closing date: 27th February 2026 at 9am

We welcome applications before the deadline and may interview on an individual basis if a suitable candidate applies.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Reepham High School and College

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1015 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Reepham High School and College website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/reepham-high-school-and-college

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