Food Technician
Cardinal Newman Catholic School
The Upper Drive, Hove, East Sussex BN3 6ND

Hours: 27.5 Hours Per Week; Monday to Friday 8.30am to 2.30 pm, Term Time Only

Start Date: October 2025

Salary: Scale 4a £27,254-£27694; Actual starting salary £18,448 per annum

Contract: Permanent

The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive, and highly efficient Food Technology Technician to join this large and vibrant secondary school, which has been recognised as an outstanding school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is motivated, flexible, and keen to support high-quality teaching and learning within a busy Design & Technology department.

Key Responsibilities:

- Supporting the delivery of practical lessons in Food Technology
- Sourcing, preparing, and ensuring the safe storage of food and equipment
- Monitoring and maintaining stock levels and placing orders as required

The ideal candidate will:

- Have a genuine interest in food and nutrition
- Be flexible and able to work independently, using their initiative
- Be highly organised with the ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure
- Demonstrate strong communication skills and a professional manner at all time

Application forms are available on the school website or from the HR Department: E: hroffice@cncs.co.uk; T: 01273 558551.