Catering Technician at Tamworth College

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About this Role

Job Reference: HR2627-005

Status / Hours: Fixed Term / Part time-18.5 hours per week

Salary: £13,837.08 per annum / actual salary

£27,674.16 per annum / full time equivalent

Location: Tamworth Campus

Ourorganisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenand young children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers toshare this commitment.

Thesuccessful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check,including barred list information, as this post is exempt from theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As partof safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe inEducation (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlistedcandidates.

All gapsin employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior tointerview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted,CV's cannot be considered.

We upholdrigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection andinduction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe inEducation.

Safeguardingtraining is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your inductionand ongoing CPD.

South Staffordshire College is seeking a dedicated CateringTechnician to join our dynamic team on a part-time basis. As a key member ofour Catering department, you will play a vital role in ensuring a safe andconducive learning environment for both learners and staff.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring compliance withhealth and safety regulations and procedures.

• Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of equipment andfacilities.

• Prepare and develop equipment and materials for student andlecturer use.

• Control stock and consumables to optimize resources and reducewaste.

• Deliver training to small groups and individuals to support theirlearning objectives.

• Participate in College events such as open days, parent'sevenings, and recruitment activities.

Role Requirements:

• Relevant level 2 or above qualification in catering.

• Food hygiene qualification.

• Proven experience in a similar vocational role.

• Knowledge of IT systems and health & safety practices.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work flexibly, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

If you have the drive and passion to work in this area, thenwe would like to hear from you.

All applications must be received by: Thursday24th September 2026

Interviewdate: Week Commencing 28th September 2026

What you can expect from us - we care about your wellbeing so have several activities all yearthat provide support. However, time off is also important. We havea generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days atChristmas and 2 'ME' days (where you can have a day off work and do whatevermakes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent onwellbeing. We have a range of benefits available to all staff includingpaid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policiesare enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College alsocontributes to your pension at a minimum of 17.9% (we contribute more forpeople in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer andwelcomes applicants from all sections of the community.