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About the Post

Are you an organised, friendly, and efficient professional looking to make a difference in an educational environment? Our vibrant school community is seeking a dedicated Food Technology Technician.

Twynham School is a very special place with an excellent reputation both locally and nationally. We are a heavily over-subscribed school where achievement is exceptionally high, students are well-behaved and eager to learn, and relationships are very special. As part of our team, you will help maintain the positive and inclusive atmosphere that defines our school community.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide general support to staff to ensure the smooth operation of Food and Nutrition and Textiles area including the preparation and cleaning of materials and resources.
• To provide technical and administrative support to teaching staff in Food and Nutrition and Textiles including some in-class support with pupil activities.
• To support the teaching staff to ensure the safe and proper use and maintenance of resources and equipment.
• To assist in the preparation of demonstration material and practical activity under the direction of the class teacher.
• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in accordance with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum of 5 A*-C GCSE qualifications (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time effectively.
• Friendly, approachable, and professional attitude.

Work Environment

Based primarily at Twynham School, you could have the opportunity to work across both of our sites (including The Grange School), contributing to the cohesive operation of our school community.

What We Can Offer You

• The opportunity to work in a forward-thinking and exciting organisation with wonderful young people and exceptional colleagues.
• High quality continued professional development and opportunities to progress.
• Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust.
• The chance to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast.
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
• Access to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brands
• A welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day
• Free on-site parking

Twynham Learning employee values:

• Aim high
• Keep improving
• Don’t leave anyone behind
• See the bigger picture

Any Questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Alison Brown on 01202 495716 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com.

How to Apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to recruitment@twynhamlearning.com.

Only applications made using our official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies.

The closing date for applications is Friday 27 June 2025 at 8am. However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early.

Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.