Vacancy for a Food Technology Technician 

Mission Statement

An inclusive school where students, staff and families all work together to ensure that boys will be the best they can be.

Vacancy for Food Technology Technician 

Application Close Date: 14.11.2025 @ 9am 

Interviews:  Week Commencing 17.11.2025

Start Date: TBC

Job Description

To support teaching and learning in the Food Technology department by preparing resources, maintaining equipment and facilities, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and assisting teachers and students during practical food lessons. 

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support in Food Technology
• Prepare and set up food ingredients, utensils, and equipment for practical lessons and demonstrations.
• Assist teachers with food demonstrations and support pupils during practical activities.
• Retrieve, clean, sterilise, and store reusable items safely and hygienically.
• Ensure a clean, organised and safe working environment in food rooms and preparation areas.
• Develop or adapt teaching resources such as worksheets or recipes under teacher guidance.
• Conduct simple practical demonstrations when appropriate. Equipment and Inventory Management
• Maintain and repair food technology equipment as needed; coordinate external servicing where necessary.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in ordering ingredients and supplies in line with departmental needs and budgets.
• Maintain accurate inventories and safety records for all food-related equipment and materials. 

Health and Safety
• Ensure the correct storage and disposal of food, chemicals, and equipment in accordance with safety and hygiene standards.
• Write and review risk assessments and safety procedures for practical food work.
• Promote a culture of health, safety, and hygiene in all aspects of the food technology curriculum. Administrative Duties
• Process orders and manage deliveries of food and consumables.
• Maintain records of maintenance checks, stock usage, and budget tracking.
• Liaise with suppliers and recommend purchases to improve food teaching resources.

Support to Pupils and Staff
• Work with pupils during lessons, offering guidance on practical skills and food safety practices.
• Support SEN and small group activities during food lessons, as directed by teaching staff.
• Attend department meetings and contribute ideas to improve lesson delivery and resource use. General Responsibilities
 Uphold the school’s values, policies, and safeguarding procedures.
• Promote equality, inclusion, and a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Take a proactive role in personal development and school-wide training.

How to Apply:

All applicants must complete a school application form as CV’s cannot be accepted due to school’s commitment to safeguarding

Please refer to the ‘job description’ and ‘person specification’, addressing your qualities and suitability for the post. The application should also include a supporting letter of no more than 2 sides of A4 showing how you meet the person specification.

Please email completed school applications forms and supporting letter to recruitment@burnage.manchester.sch.uk

Please note the school will not accept any calls/CV’s from agencies in regards to this advertisement.

Burnage Academy for Boys is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.  The posts are subject to pre-employment and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.