Food Technician (Secondary School) - Gateshead

Food Technician (Secondary School) - Gateshead

We are a successful and inclusive secondary school in Gateshead with a strong focus on practical learning and student engagement. Our Food Technology department plays a vital role in developing students' life skills, nutritional knowledge, and confidence in food preparation. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Food Technician to join our supportive Design & Technology team.

About the School:

We are a successful and inclusive secondary school in Gateshead with a strong focus on practical learning and student engagement. Our Food Technology department plays a vital role in developing students' life skills, nutritional knowledge, and confidence in food preparation.

The Food Technician Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified teacher, nutrition graduate, or experienced catering professional who is passionate about food education and working with young people. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality Food Technology lessons and contribute to a safe, engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and deliver practical Food Technology lessons at Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Prepare ingredients, equipment, and resources for practical sessions.
• Maintain food hygiene, health & safety, and risk assessments in line with school policies.
• Support students during practical lessons, encouraging safe and effective working practices.
• Assist teaching staff with lesson preparation, demonstrations, and classroom organisation.
• Manage stock, ordering, and storage of food and equipment.
• Contribute to enrichment activities, clubs, or events related to food, nutrition, or catering.

Who We're Looking For:

We welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds, including:

• A degree or qualification in Nutrition, Food Science, Food Technology, or a related subject.
• Catering, hospitality, or food industry professionals with relevant practical experience.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Food Technology.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive leadership and collaborative DT department.
• Well equipped food rooms and modern facilities.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' life skills and wellbeing.

About Protocol Education:

Protocol Education, part of the Supporting Education Group, works closely with secondary schools across Gateshead to provide high quality support staff. We offer professional training, safeguarding support and personalised development for those beginning a career in education.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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