The Great Schools Trust is seeking a dedicated and organised Food Technology with Art Technician to join King’s Leadership Academy Hawthornes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and committed individual who thrives in a practical environment, takes pride in high standards, and wants to be part of a supportive and ambitious team.

About Us

King’s Hawthornes is proud to be part of the Great Schools Trust, a growing and ambitious multi-academy trust in the Northwest of England.

At Great Schools Trust, we are relentless in our focus on people and wellbeing. Our recent staff survey placed us in the top ten trusts nationally for organisational values and staff wellbeing. With in-house AI infrastructure reducing workload and weekly collaborative CPD, we are rethinking what it means to work in education.

King’s Hawthornes is a growing, oversubscribed school with polite, enthusiastic students and a strong culture centred around our ASPIRE values: Achievement, Aspiration, Self-awareness, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect and Endeavour.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to play an integral role in supporting our thriving Food Technology department, alongside providing support to our vibrant Art department.

Reporting to the Faculty Lead, the successful candidate will ensure the smooth operation of the faculty areas, including the ordering, preparation, cleaning and maintenance of materials and resources, and providing practical support in the classroom.

The role includes:

• Preparing materials and equipment for practical lessons

• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, including routine cleaning and equipment checks

• Monitoring stock control and purchasing resources

• Providing technical support to staff and students during lessons

• Supporting safeguarding and student welfare, including awareness of food allergies

Why Join Us?

At King’s Hawthornes, we are proud of our culture and community. Staff development and support are central to everything we do, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• A trust that prioritises staff wellbeing

• Flexible working opportunities

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Weekly leadership link meetings to support professional and personal growth

• Career development opportunities across the Trust

• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme

• This is a school where staff feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual who brings:

• A good standard of general education, including GCSE Maths and English (Grade C or equivalent)

• Food Hygiene Certification (Desirable)

• Experience working independently and as part of a team

• Experience in a practical environment and knowledge of health and safety requirements

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively

• A genuine enjoyment of working with young people

• A passion for Food Technology and Art

While experience across every aspect of the job specification is not essential, commitment, professionalism and strong organisational skills are key.

Take a look at what our students are learning in Food Technology (Hospitality & Catering) and Art here

Visit Us

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the academy to meet with the Principal and Head of Technology. To arrange a suitable time and date, please contact the school directly.

Safeguarding Commitment

Great Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory pre-employment checks.