Technology Technician - Food and Textiles

Technology Technician - Food and Textiles Location: Duffield, Derbyshire DE56 4GS Contract: 35 hours per week; Term-time including whole school closure days, and five days during the summer holiday Salary: NJC Spine Point 4 (£25,185 per annum pro-rata; actual salary £20,713 per annum); Pay award pending from 1 April 2026 Are you practical and organised with a passion for supporting young people in a creative environment If so, The Ecclesbourne School are seeking a highly motivated and professional Technology Technician to join our design and technology team specialising in Food and Textiles from September 2026. About the Role This is a key support role within our Technology Faculty. You will play a vital part in ensuring the smooth and safe running of Food and Textiles lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. Preparation and Organisation: Preparing ingredients, setting up cooking stations for food lessons, preparing fabrics, threads, and materials for textiles lessons. Stock Management: Ordering, monitoring, and maintaining stock levels of food, ingredients, and textiles resources, ensuring safe storage and checking expiry dates. Equipment and Safety: Responsible for upholding high standards of hygiene and safety in all practical areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and undertaking risk assessments. Classroom Support: Assisting teaching staff during practical lessons, providing technical guidance to students, helping to clear away and clean work areas ..... full job details .....