Food Technologist
12 days ago
Redhill
Job Title: Food Technician Location: SEND School, Redhill Contract: Term-time only Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Technician to join our supportive SEND school in Redhill. This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and has a passion for food preparation and education. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting both the practical and educational aspects of food technology, helping students develop essential life skills in a safe, structured, and engaging environment. Key Responsibilities • Prepare, cook, and serve food in line with food hygiene and safety standards, • Manage food supplies, ordering, storage, and stock control, • Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen and food technology area, • Lead and support food technology lessons, adapting activities to meet the needs of students with special educational needs and disabilities, • Support students to develop practical cooking skills, confidence, and independence, • Ensure all health and safety, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures are followed at all times About You • Experience in food preparation, catering, or food technology (school-based experience desirable but not essential), • A good understanding of food hygiene and safety (relevant qualifications an advantage), • A patient, flexible, and caring approach to working with children and young people with SEND, • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, • Strong organisational skills and a positive, proactive attitude What We Offer • A welcoming and supportive school community, • Opportunities for training and professional development, • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people