Job Description

Food Technology Technician - Secondary School - Wirral - September Start
Full-Time | Long-Term Contract | Up to £100 per day

Tradewind Recruitment are looking for a Food Technology Technician to join a welcoming secondary school in the Wirral from September 2025. This is a full-time, long-term school technician job running until at least October half-term - with the potential to continue until the school appoints a permanent Food Technology Technician.

This role would suit someone with school technician, food preparation, or catering assistant experience who is food hygiene trained and confident working in a busy school environment.

Food Technology Technician - Role Overview:

  • Support the Food Technology Department in day-to-day running of lessons.
  • Prepare ingredients and specialist cooking equipment for practical lessons.
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness in food preparation areas.
  • Order, store, and manage stock of food and materials.
  • Assist teaching staff in delivering engaging Food Technology lessons.
  • Comply with all Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and school policies.

Essential Criteria for the Food Technology Technician:

  • Food hygiene certification (essential).
  • Previous experience as a Food Technology Technician, school technician, or in a catering/kitchen environment.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Job Details:

  • Position: Food Technology Technician - Secondary School
  • Location: Wirral, Merseyside
  • Start Date: September 2025
  • Contract Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday
  • Pay Rate: Up to £100 per day (depending on experience)
  • Duration: Until October half-term (with potential to extend)

Benefits of working as a Food Technology Technician with Tradewind Recruitment:

  • Weekly pay at competitive rates.
  • Access to over 2,500 online CPD courses and webinars.
  • Dedicated consultant for support throughout your placement.
  • Opportunities for permanent school technician positions.

How to Apply:
If you are a Food Technology Technician or have relevant school technician or catering assistant experience and are looking for a new role in a Wirral secondary school, we want to hear from you.

Contact Anthony Bailey at Tradewind Recruitment on 0151 221 9666 or email Anthony.Bailey@twrecruitment.com with your CV today.