Food Technology Assistant

Description
Food Technology Assistant JD
Star International School, Mirdif is looking to recruit a strong, resilient
and innovative Food Technology Teacher to join our growing school in August
‎2023.

Star International School Mirdif is a part of the International Schools
Partnership (ISP). The International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a growing
group of committed colleagues in financially responsible schools around the
world, all of which aim to be the school of choice in their local area.
Learning is at the heart of everything we do for our pupils, colleagues and
parents. We are committed to getting better, all the time.
Purpose of Role
We are seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic individual to join our
growing Secondary Food Technology department. We are seeking a dynamic,
energetic, well qualified and highly committed person possessing excellent
language and literary skills. This is a unique opportunity to join an
exceptional and hard-working team with the united goal of ensuring that every
child reaches their potential both academically and socially, by pushing
boundaries and broadening horizons
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at
the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and
safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are
consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and
following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace
similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most
important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and
procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage
with personal and professional development and school improvement.
Food Technology Assistant Key Responsibilities

Ensure that all workshop and practical areas, equipment, and materials are
kept in a clean, operable and safe manner and ready for use by staff and
pupils.
Prepare, provide and return ingredients, equipment and materials as necessary
to enable staff and pupils to function effectively. This must be done prior to
the commencement of a lesson.
To advise teachers on safety matters or potential problems with equipment.
Set up as necessary hardware required by teachers for class demonstration or
pupil use.
Support lessons and work alongside teachers during designing and making
activities to aid pupil progress.
Assist staff in the storage and organisation of resources, and preparation of
class materials and displays in a timely, safe and effective way.
Prepare materials and/or resource packs for teachers ' and pupils' design-
based projects.
Experience using CAD/CAM and basic coding is not essential but is desirable.
Be of a practical nature and be comfortable in a school workshop, studio and
kitchen environment
Carrying out an annual stock take and maintaining a record of stock held.
Ordering/shopping for ingredients, materials and consumables when necessary.
Placing orders for equipment and checking deliveries. Also corresponding with
suppliers.
On occasions, assisting with preparation for special events which may involve
additional hours outside the usual working day.

Key Essentials:
* Proven organizational skills.
* An aptitude for practical work and a willingness to learn new skills.
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills.
* An ability to work with and relate to young people.
* Basic IT skills (NB Training will be provided for school-specific systems)

Experience
* Minimum ‎2 years ' experience in a similar role

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and
young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and
satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ‎10
years ' employment history.