Job Description
Leigh Academy Mascalls is seeking a skilled and proactive Food and Catering Technician to join our team. This is an essential role where you will ensure our teaching kitchens and equipment operate at a professional standard, providing the foundation for our students to succeed across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
As our Food Technician, you will be the heart of the department’s practical delivery. From preparing ingredients for KS3 introductory sessions to supporting the complex requirements of GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition and KS5 Food Science & Nutrition, your expertise will ensure that every lesson is safe, organised, and inspiring. You will manage the procurement of fresh ingredients, maintain an accurate inventory of stock, and ensure all equipment is ready for teacher demonstrations and student practicals.
Within our welcoming community, you’ll work alongside teaching staff to provide technical guidance to students, helping them master cooking techniques and maintain high standards of hygiene. Safety and compliance are central to this role; you will ensure all activities meet CLEAPSS and Food Standards Agency guidelines, manage cleaning schedules, and monitor food storage to ensure a safe, professional workspace. If you enjoy supporting the learning journey of young people and have a keen eye for detail, we would love to hear from you.
Working with us at Leigh Academy Mascalls
Leigh Academy Mascalls is a high-achieving, community-focused school where every student is known, supported and challenged to thrive. Our unique small school model—divided into four distinct colleges—fosters a personalised learning environment, empowering students to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and ambitious setting.
Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ school with ‘Outstanding’ leadership and behaviour, we’re proud of our culture of high expectations, strong relationships and a shared commitment to excellence. As noted in our latest inspection, Mascalls is “a happy place to be” where “staff feel valued”—and where leadership is focused on supporting both student and staff success.
Our modern facilities combine light, open spaces with character-rich buildings, creating an inspiring environment for teaching and learning. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned educator, you’ll join a team driven by innovation, professional growth and a passion for transforming lives.
Be part of our journey toward excellence—where your ideas are valued, your impact is real, and your career can truly flourish.
To find out more about Leigh Academy Mascalls, please click here.
Applying for this Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 205.
To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.