Job Ref No. ECC5422-586S Position Type: Technicians Pay Range: Scale 3 Points 5-6 £25,583 - £25,989 FTE
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 22/03/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: w/c 23 March 2026  

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Job Title: Food Technician

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Part time - 37 hours per week - 38 weeks per year (term time only)

Salary Range: Scale 3 Points 5-6

£25,583 - £25,989 FTE (£21,343 - £21,682 actual salary)

Closing Date: Midnight, 22 March 2026

Start Date: ASAP

Position Available: 1

Interview Date: w/c 23 March 2026

We are looking to appoint an organised and enthusiastic individual to support our busy and friendly Design & Technology department.

Located in the school's recently built East Block, our newly equipped Food and Textiles areas provide a clean, light and spacious working environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing all food and ingredients for lessons
  • working alongside the teachers to assist students during lessons
  • ensuring classrooms and equipment are kept clean and tidy
  • Ensuring Health and Safety procedures are followed at all times

What We're Looking For

  • Ability to us kitchen equipment with strong practical skills
  • Knowledge of food hygiene standards
  • The ability to build effective relationships with pupils
  • Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information
  • Ability to prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
  • Access to our onsite gym
  • Access to the 'Cycle to Work' Scheme
  • Eye test vouchers Scheme
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Supportive and friendly working environment
  • Local Government Pension Scheme

If you have good practical skills and enjoy working with children, we would love to hear from you.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

HR
Hockley Road, Rayleigh
Essex, SS6 8EB
Telephone: 01268 743884
Email: HR@fitzwimarc.com