Job Vacancy
Food Technology Technician
Grade D SPC 6-11 (£25,989- £28,142)
Actual pro rata salary is £22,254 to £24,098
Permanent position
Term time + 5 days
37 hours per week
Required from September 2026

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.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Experience of working in a school environment would be desirable
  • Basic knowledge or interest in food technology and kitchen safety practices
  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail

Values and Attitudes:

  • Passion for working with students in an educational setting
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Positive attitude towards learning new skills
  • Commitment to upholding health and safety standards

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 11th May 2026
Interview date: TBC

Application packs can be downloaded from the school website www.thornleigh.bolton.sch.uk
Please send completed application forms to hr@thornleigh.bolton.sch.uk

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. We ask that you accept, in the interests of economy, if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.


Supporting Documents

Job Vacancy Pack
Application Form
Consent to Obtain References Form
Notes to Applicants
Recruitment Monitoring Form
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 - Disclosure Form

Location

Sharples Park, Smithills, Bolton, BL1 6PQ, United Kingdom

Job ID

2945