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Food Technologist
The Food Technologist qualification is aimed at colleagues who are responsible for food quality and safety and ensuring that products are of the highest standard, meet legislation and are safe to eat and drink.
This Level 3 qualification provides the opportunity to gain the knowledge and experiences required to ensure that technical and quality standards are consistently met whilst optimising efficiency to meet business needs.
By the end of the 24-month programme, colleagues will be capable of ensuring that food products are safe to consume and of a consistent appearance, taste and texture to comply with company, customer and industry standards.
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NTU – Food Industry Technologist
https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/animal-rural-and-environmental-sciences/app/level-3-diploma-food-technologist-apprenticeship
https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/animal-rural-and-environmental-sciences/app/level-3-diploma-food-technologist-apprenticeship
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What you need to know
What level is the qualification? Level 3 Food Industry Technologist Apprenticeship Standard
How long will I study for? This is a 20 month programme of learning, followed by a 4 month End Point Assessment.
Are there any entry requirements? To be eligible for the programme you will need to be:
- In a role that enables you to meet the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour objectives of the programme
- Have been employed by Greencore for a minimum of 6 months at the start of the programme, and successfully passed your probationary period
- Have previously achieved a Level 2 English and maths qualification (equivalent to GCSE grade C or 4)
- Have been consistently rated as ‘Doing A Good Job’ or ‘Outstanding’ in the last three Grow with Greencore check-ins
- Not on a fixed term contract or time limited visa that is due to end before the planned end date of the programme
- Spend at least 50% of working hours in England
Am I in the right role to apply? This qualification is aimed at colleagues who are responsible for making sure food and drink products are of the right quality and safe to eat and drink.
You’ll need to be working in a role that will enable you to undertake and practice the skills, knowledge and behaviours required either as your current role or as step-up responsibilities.
These will include initiating and completing tasks following standard processes and proactively resolve technical problems within their levels of responsibility. Using insight from a variety of sources including data analysis and observations, they make recommendations and support the implementation of improved ways of working.
Do I need to take account of any prior learning? You will also need to provide evidence of attainment a GCSE grade 4/C or higher in maths and/or English (or equivalent).
It’s important you let us know about any pre-existing qualifications at the application stage, so that we can validate your application prior to enrolment.
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How is the course delivered?
This qualification will be delivered as a blended delivery model, through a combination in person and online learning.
You will be part of an open cohort, which means you’ll work with other employees from other organisations as well as Greencore colleagues.
At the end of the course, you will undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA). This will include a combination of assessment methods to validate your learning, including a portfolio in addition to a formal assessment of your knowledge through a test, structured interview or professional discussion.
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What will I learn?
You will study a series of core units throughout the year along side modules specialising in either Food Development or Food Quality.
- Audits and continuous improvement
- Communication
- Data collection and analysis
- Food Science
- Legislation, regulations and standard
- Processes, trials and costings
- Product non conformance
- Quality systems and food safety
- Raw material checks
- Sensory evaluation
Food Development Specialist
- New product development and samples
- Product specification
- Sensory and shelf-like evaluation
Food Quality Specialist
- Auditing and resolving problems
- Evaluate raw materials
- Auditing products and processes
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How will I be assessed?
Throughout the programme you will complete assignments and tasks relating to each study module.
You will also be required to complete a work-based evidence portfolio to demonstrates your competence against the skills required, and tracks your learning hours.
The End Point Assessment will include:
- A written knowledge test
- A workplace project and presentation
- A professional discussion
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Where will training take place?
In person study blocks will take place at the Brackenhurst Campus, in Southwell in Nottinghamshire.
Off the job time will be taken through a combination of activities, including study blocks, online learning and practical activities in the workplace.
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When will the qualification start?
Enrolments will take place from September.
Enrolments will be assigned based on site/functional business needs and capacity on each cohort.
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What does the application process look like?
Once you’ve applied, your eligibility for the programme will be assessed based on your application form.
We’ll then confirm your application with your Line Manager, and may undertake any additional checks to ensure that your role meets the requirements of the learning objectives of the qualification.
We’ll then ask HR teams to review all applicants as a function/site, to ensure that they are supportive of the application, and have the resources and capacity to ensure success on the programme.
If approved, details of next steps and enrolment details will be sent to you.
Please note, the application process can typically take 4-6 weeks to find out whether you have been successful.
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When will I find out if I’ve been successful?
The application process can typically take 4-6 weeks to find out whether you have been successful.
We expect to communicate outcomes for 2025 applications in May 2025.
Where to find support
Before applying for a Greencore Qualification, you should speak to your Line Manager at your GWG check-in about how this programme will support your development plan.
You’ll find out more about Greencore Qualifications in the guide which can be found on LMF and at Qualifications.Greencore.com
Our Training Partners will hold ‘Spotlight Sessions’ to provide full information on the programme, to help you understand more about the programme, and provide you the opportunity to ask any further questions.
If you have any further questions, please email [email protected].