Food and Textiles Technician

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic technician to play a key role in supporting our Food and Textiles departments, helping to deliver outstanding teaching and learning. This varied and hands-on role involves preparing and organising materials and equipment, supporting staff and students during practical lessons, and maintaining a safe, well-organised, and stimulating working environment.

The successful candidate will have:

The ability to manage, monitor and maintain accurate stock/equipment records.

The ability to follow strict procedures related to health, safety and hygiene, including the maintenance of equipment.

The ability to work as part of a team, understand classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.

Good communication skills both written and oral and the ability to communicate effectively with both staff and students.

Good planning and organisational skills.

The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment using your own initiative and prioritise.

A flexible and adaptable attitude.

Accuracy and strong attention to detail.

What we can offer you:

Training and food hygiene certification level 2

A welcoming, friendly, and supportive environment

Annual flu vaccination

Bike to work scheme

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution equivalent to 19.6% salary.

If you would like to discuss the role or arrange to visit the school, please contact the school directly on 0118 9413458.

Denefield School is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. CVs will not be accepted. 

Denefield School is an equal opportunities employer, and selects staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability or age.

Completed applications should reach us by 9.00am on Monday 15 June 2026.

Please note that we reserve the right to call candidates to interview before the closing date. As such, early applications are encouraged.