Food Technician
24 Hours per week
Term Time Only plus Training Days (39 weeks)
Grade C/D point 4 – 6: £12,622- £13,025(actual)
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Food Technician to support the Subject Co-Ordinator and the Food Technology team.
You will be responsible for a wide range of duties including organising student ingredients, compiling orders, maintaining appropriate records, the setting up of basic equipment and materials for practical lessons and demonstrations along with tidying rooms and checking equipment.
You will be a dynamic and highly motivated individual with the ability to work without supervision. All training will be provided. In return, we offer a competitive salary, access to a contributory local government pension scheme, and other additional staff benefits. We are happy to discuss some flexibility around start and finish times to suit the successful candidate, while maintaining the agreed weekly hours.
A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to undertake) and knowledge of equipment in a catering/kitchen environment are essential.
King James’s School is a large 11-18 comprehensive school and is proud to offer high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.
Completed applications must be submitted via email to: recruitment@king-james.co.uk and received by: 8am Friday 20th November 2026
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
