Academic Assistant (Food Technology, Art & Design) / Food TA

The job holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young person's for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, s/he must report any concerns to the School's Child Protection Officer/Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head of indeed to the Regional CEP so that a referral can be made accordingly to the relevant third part services.
The Food Tech Academic Assistant is expected to work closely with Food, Design & Art Teachers providing assistance with educational needs of students in Food Tech, Design and Art classrooms and workshops.
The Food Technology Academic Assistant reports directly to Leader of Learning Design and the Secondary Principal, performing a range of duties, including but not limited to:
Assist teachers and students during practical cooking classes to ensure safe practice with the operation of kitchen materials and equipment
Prepare materials and equipment for cooking lessons
Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure consumables are regularly checked and replaced as needed
Keep kitchen tidy and organized throughout the day (coordinate with cleaners to help)
Inventory checks of ingredients and equipment used in classes
Arrange the cleaning of aprons on a regular basis
Assist with the various departments with events and showcases (both during and after school hours as required)
Order and purchase ingredients and equipment as required at the request of teachers and the Leader of Learning
Liaise with local vendors regarding purchasing requirements for cooking classes
Make regular checks to ensure that safety equipment and first aid equipment is in good order and of adequate stock
Perform other duties as directed by the Headmaster, Secondary Principal including when requested to work during term break
Attend professional development workshops assigned by the School