About this Role Food and Nutrition Technician Main Duties / Responsibilities: 1. Preparing equipment and teaching areas for practical activities: · Health & Safety is an essential role in preparation of a safe teaching environment. · Prepare ingredients. · Prepare for and clear away demonstrations. · Ensure equipment is ready and available. · Tidying up and checking equipment. · Cleaning surfaces, cookers, sinks etc. · Laundering of tea towels and dish cloths. · Ensuring clean aprons are available. 2. Helping pupils to get the most of out of learning experiences: · Supporting the teaching and learning. · Assisting pupils with practical tasks. 3. Carrying out administrative and other functions related to the effective and efficient running of the department · Stock control. · Ordering ingredients, equipment etc. · Checking deliveries. · Photocopying, printing. · Occasional shopping for practical lesson supplies 4. Maintaining equipment and teaching areas: · Minimising the risk of bacterial contamination · Ensuring a safe environment. · Carrying out safety checks. · Maintaining equipment. · Assisting with hygiene and safety checks. · Cleaning fridges and checking temperatures. · Ensuring pupils ingredients and food products are stored at the correct temperature. Person specification: • At least five GCSE passes, including English and Maths. • Have a food handling qualification • Experience of using a computer for basic administration. • Previous experience of working in a school • Previous experience of working with children • Full driving licence with access to a car during school day • Awareness of basic food hygiene standards • General skills in food preparation techniques • Able to work as a team and share ideas constructively • Resilient, adaptable and proactive. • Good organisational skills and initiative with a capacity to work independently and autonomously when necessary. • Good time management - balances preparation, lesson support and cleanup efficiently withing tight school schedules. • A genuine concern for young people and a desire to see them learn and succeed. • Ability to maintain confidentiality in and out of the work place. • Child friendly approach - Understands how to engage with young learners in a respectful, encouraging, and approachable manner. The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our employment practices reflect this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role