Job Description

Congleton High School (CHS), a member of The Learning Partnership Trust, is a rural school located in the heart of the Cheshire countryside. Recognised by Ofsted as "An inclusive school where you aim to get the best out of everyone". We have a strong team ethos, with students and staff alike welcoming the opportunity to help others succeed.

Staff members work collaboratively together with each other, students and parents to build strong relationships and improve outcomes for all.

Congleton High School are seeking to appoint an inspiring and committed DT Food Technician who will be working with the Design & Technology Food department, providing support for the food curriculum.

The role will involve dedicated food technology support - and experience in this field is essential. We are looking for someone that can provide support with food and lesson preparation, support in practical lessons, ensuring correct and safe use of cooking equipment is adhered to, cleaning of equipment and reporting on health and safety.

Previous experience of working in an educational environment is advantageous because you will need to be able to support students and staff in the workroom. A food technology/catering would be highly advantageous.

The post holder will be crucial in supporting students with their learning, development and progress in the food element of the Design and Technology curriculum.

Hours: 20 hours per week (Part time).

Working pattern: 5 or 4 mornings per week.

Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus Inset Days)

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 4th November 2025

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Nicola Trigg, School Business Manager on 01260 730123 or via Head's PA lmonk@congletonhigh.com

Please ensure you submit a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role; how your skills and experience match the , and how you align with the school's vision and values.

More information about the school can be found on our website: https://www.congletonhigh.com/

The Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.

The Learning Partnership is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity and the elimination of discrimination; all applicants should note that they will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of disability, gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation and marital status or any other discrimination which is unfair or unreasonable.

We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at The Learning Partnership. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater outcomes for children. We are proud to be an employer that holds Disability Committed and Menopause Friendly status.

The Trust is 'happy to talk flexible working'. Flexible working increases workplace diversity by making roles accessible to those with caring responsibilities (primarily women), disabled staff, and both older and younger workers.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 11,382.00-20,405.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount On-site parking Store discount
Work Location: In person