Job Description:

Kitchen Porter - SEN Provision

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join a specialist SEN education setting near Heathrow.

The provision supports young people aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and learning disabilities, providing pathways that promote independence, employability, and life skills.

As a Kitchen Porter, you will play an important role in supporting the catering team to provide healthy meals for learners and staff while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food hygiene within the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting the chef with the safe preparation of food, including washing and preparing ingredients
• Maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen, including work surfaces, ovens, sinks, floors, and food preparation areas
• Washing dishes, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen service

Contract Details

• Location: TW19 Staines
• Position: Kitchen Assistant
• Hours: Monday to Thursday, 10:00am - 2:00pm (16 hours per week)
• Contract Type: Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity
• Pay Rate: £14.80 per hour

Training & Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a kitchen, catering, hospitality, or food service environment desirable
• Experience supporting individuals with SEN or disabilities is advantageous
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment
• Basic Food Hygiene qualification desirable but not essential
• Ability to lift and move kitchen supplies and equipment safely

To Be Eligible For This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one
• Provide two professional references covering the last two years
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
• Be willing to complete all relevant safeguarding and vetting checks prior to placement

About Prospero Teaching

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful candidates will be required to complete all necessary safeguarding and vetting checks before placement.

Benefits of Working with Prospero Teaching

• Free accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding Training
• Ongoing support from our dedicated consultants
• Access to our Training and Development Team
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Flexible work opportunities within education and specialist settings

This role would suit someone with experience as a Kitchen Porter, Catering Assistant, Food Service Assistant, or Hospitality Assistant who is looking for part-time work within a rewarding SEN environment.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.