School catering jobs in United Kingdom

Graduate Teaching Assistant | South Woodford | October 2026Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing a career in teaching?A welcoming 3-form entry primary school in South Woodford, catering for around 600 pupils from Nursery to Year 6, is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team.This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who wants to gain hands-on experience across a vibrant community primary school, while developing their understanding of teaching, learning and SEND.Graduate Teaching Assistant - The Role:£90-£100 per day, depending on experienceMonday-Friday, term-time onlySupport pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2Opportunity to work closely with children with SENDProvide 1:1 and small-group support alongside class teachersGain valuable experience before pursuing teacher trainingPotential opportunity to undertake school-based teacher training from September 2027Work within a welcoming and inclusive primary school communityAccess to dedicated sensory rooms and a sensory garden to support pupils with additional needsThe Ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant:A graduate with a genuine interest in education and working with childrenPassionate about supporting pupils to achieve their potentialPatient, enthusiastic and confident working with young peopleInterested in gaining experience before pursuing teacher trainingPrevious experience working with children is desirable but not essentialIf you are a graduate considering a career in primary teaching and would like to gain meaningful classroom experience in South Woodford, this Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity could be an excellent next step.Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level's secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Graduate Teaching Assistant in Redbridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves'. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Graduate Teaching Assistant role.Graduate Teaching Assistant | South Woodford | INDSUPTPBN1_UKTJ

To prepare, cook and serve food using fresh ingredients , to a high standard Managing the day-to-day running of the school kitchen Maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and health & safety Managing stock, ordering, and kitchen documentation Leading and supporting the kitchen team Requirements: Food Hygiene Certificate Level II Previous experience as a Chef, working within a primary school or educational catering environment Ability to manage a busy kitchen operation independently Strong organisational and communication skills Knowledge of food safety and allergen management Enhanced DBS preferred or willingness to obtain one What's on Offer? £16.00 - 18.00 per hour School-friendly working hours Supportive working environment Immediate recruitment for a September start If you are interested and experienced in working in Schools as a Chef, please do apply Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people

A friendly and welcoming school catering for pupils with Special Needs in South London on the border of Sutton and Croydon needs teaching assistants on a regular basis for short-term and longer-term supply bookings. The school is well established and highly regarded in the community. Pupils have a range of SEN, including; mild and severe learning difficulties, Autism and Speech and Language Difficulties. They are aged between 8 and 16 years old. Experience with SEN is not essential, personality is more important. If you are caring, friendly, enjoy working with children and a lovely bunch of staff, this could be the place for you! The school has a lovely feel about it and the children are wonderful. It can be very rewarding helping them make progress with their education and skills for life. If you are available for work during school hours (8.30am-4pm) and can work at least 3 days per week, please get in touch to discuss! Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

Catering Assistant based in Forest Hill, South East London The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. As a Catering Assistant, your career starts here. We're passionate about developing our people, offering clear progression routes, ongoing training, and the support you need to thrive and advance within our team. Let's talk about the role of a Catering Assistant: Assist with food preparation, cooking and serve meals to children Upholding Food Handling & Hygiene standards Adhering with Health & Safety regulations Receiving, checking, and organising supplier deliveries Carry out washing-up duties, maintain a clean hygienic kitchen and dining area Representing HCL and reflecting our values in everything you doAbout the Ideal Catering Assistant: Committed to safeguarding children and young people Food hygiene level 2 certification (preferred) Basic understanding of health and safety procedures Knowledge of key allergens (preferred) A committed team player Delivers high-quality customer service Demonstrate good punctuality Driven to succeed and growWhy join us? Salary: £14 - £15 per hour Hours: 15 hours per week Schedule: Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply) Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by Remedy - No Cost to You If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and apply online - your Catering Assistant career with Remedy

Science & Maths Teaching Assistant Secondary School in West London £100 to £110 per day Mon to Fri // 8.30am to 4.30pm Full Time //Term Time Are you a passionate Science or Maths graduate looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a prestigious academic school? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Science or Maths Graduate - Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team at a renowned secondary school in West London. Responsibilities: Provide one-on-one and small-group support to students, focusing on improving their subject understanding, communication skills, specifically with students who also have additional learning needs. Collaborate with Science and Maths teachers to deliver engaging and interactive lessons, catering to the individual needs of students. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting student engagement and participation. Contribute to the school's extracurricular activities related to English, such as literary clubs, debating societies, or drama productions.Qualifications and Requirements: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Science/Maths or a related field. Previous experience working with young people in an educational setting is advantageous but not essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of the English language. Enthusiasm for working with young people and supporting their educational and personal development. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues. Subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check APPLY NOW - If teaching and working in Education is your passion, send through your CV today to Tiv at Veritas Education - (url removed) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained You must have legal right to work in the UK You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

Are you looking for rewarding work in a lively work environment? Are you looking to boost your CV or kick-start your career in teaching? Academics are a leading London agency looking to hire proactive, enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants at an excellent Special Needs School in Croydon. Rate £95-£105 per day. Borough: Croydon. Hours: 9:00-16:00, Monday to Friday. Class sizes are 8-10 pupils, with a teacher and at least 3 SEN Teaching Assistant per class. Start date: ASAP Duration: Most carry on for the academic year - opportunities for permanent jobs after 6-12 months on supply.As an SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) your responsibilities will include: Provide support to learners aged 11-16 years old, within an SEN school in Croydon. Passionate about supporting young people with Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD, SLD). Passionate about working with young people with Autism (ASD). Work in partnership with, peers, parents, carers, to ensure the best possible platform is given. Be able to commit to long term work in Southwark.The ideal candidate will: Be committed to striving for the best outcome for the young people you work with. Eagerness to work in SEND. Passionate about supporting young people with SEND. Approachable and have the needed attributes to engage with learners within the SEN schoolThe school is a popular destination for a SEN Teaching Assistant; balancing professionalism with an 'at home', comfortable environment, the school hosts an array of eager students. Catering for pupils with needs including Autism, Learning Difficulties, Speech and Language Difficulties, TAs must be willing to carry out personal care if needed, and at times, swim with pupils. If you are interested in career progression, and don't want to miss out on this opportunity starting in the autumn term, Apply Now to make a difference! Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

CHEFS & SOUS CHEFS WANTED! 🔥 👨‍🍳 CDPs & SOUS CHEFS 🏫 SCHOOLS ACROSS LONDON 💷 FROM £17 PER HOUR 📅 PREDOMINANTLY MONDAY-FRIDAY ⏰ DAYTIME / SCHOOL HOURS 🚀 IMMEDIATE & ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES Looking for great hours, competitive pay and regular work? Class 1 Personnel are looking for experienced Chefs(CDP, Sous, Catering Manager) to join our team, working across schools throughout London. ✨ WHAT'S ON OFFER? 💷 Pay starting from £17 per hour 📅 Predominantly Monday-Friday ⏰ Daytime & school-hour shifts 🏫 Opportunities across London 📆 Regular & ongoing work 🚀 Immediate starts available ⚖️ A better work-life balance 📈 Potential for long-term opportunities 👨‍🍳 WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR Minimum 2 years' professional kitchen experience Experience working at CDP or Sous Chef level Passion for delivering high-quality food Reliable, punctual and professional Strong food safety & hygiene knowledge Excellent teamwork and communication skills School catering experience is a bonus, not essential 🔴 DBS REQUIREMENT You must have an Enhanced DBS with a Barred List check for working with children, OR be willing to obtain one. 📍 MULTIPLE SCHOOL VACANCIES ACROSS LONDON If you're an experienced chef looking to escape late nights and weekend-heavy restaurant work and move towards consistent Monday-Friday school hours, this could be the opportunity for you! 📲 APPLY TODAY! Send us your CV, location and availability and our recruitment team will get in touch. 🔥 FROM £17/HR | MON-FRI | SCHOOL HOURS | LONDON-WIDE Your next opportunity starts here. 👨‍🍳 INDWH

We are hiring for a Catering Manager at Hernhill Faversham who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally balanced and tasty food. This role is working term-time only and no weekends so is great for those looking for flexibility. • £14.00 per hour OR Up to £17000 per annum, • 25 hours per week working Monday – Friday, • Term-time only – working 38 weeks per year, • To prepare, cook and present food to the standards required by Caterlink and the client, • To ensure that the location meets statutory and company requirements of Health and Safety, Food Safety and environmental legislations and procedures, • To ensure that the company’s reputation for excellent food and service is enhanced with the client and customers and expectations are consistently exceeded, • To be responsible for the day-to-day running of the location and supervising teams including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans, • To be the main point of contact for our client in your school ensuring that regular adjustments and improvements are both recommended and implemented, • Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and financial targets to ensure these are achieved, • Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role by ensuring all training is completed and performance is managed Caterlink strives to always provide a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our teams where every individual is treated with respect, integrity and has the opportunity to grow and be treated equally and with fairness at all times. Caterlink is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be obtained for this role. There are many advantages to working for us including: • You have the opportunity of a blended learning programme that can include formal qualifications including apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning and on the job training to support and encourage your development and enable you to be the best you can be, • We offer you access to our Employee Discount Platform where you can make great savings at supermarkets, cinema, restaurants as well as holiday discounts, family days out and many more!, • You will have full access to our Wellbeing Services including the Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP benefits which are there for you and your family to use free of charge at any time, • You may be eligible to join our Pension scheme #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking a confident and committed Hospitality Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the catering and Hospitality events at an outstanding independent private school. Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a catering or hospitality environment. This is a ha

Caterlink is seeking a Catering Manager for Hernhill Faversham to provide nutritionally balanced, tasty food for students within a term-time schedule. The role is designed for flexibility with no weekend work. The position covers 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, across 38 weeks per year, with duties including food preparation, safety compliance, budget monitoring and client liaison in a school setting. DBS checks apply and the team aims to deliver excellent food and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Agency Chefs Wanted - Horsham and Surrounding Area Pay: £16.00 - £22.00 per hour Benefits: Weekly Pay & Holiday Pay We are currently recruiting experienced Chefs and Chef Managers to join a variety of catering and hospitality settings across the Surrey area, including care homes, schools, golf clubs, pubs, hotels, and contract catering sites. Whether you're looking for flexible work or your next long-term opportunity, we have a range of shifts and assignments available to suit your experience and availability. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • Maintain excellent standards of food quality, presentation, and service., • Ensure all food hygiene, health & safety, and compliance procedures are followed., • Assist with menu planning, stock control, and ordering where required., • Lead, supervise, and support kitchen teams in Chef Manager and senior chef roles., • Deliver a professional and efficient catering service to customers, residents, guests, or pupils. Requirements • Previous experience working as a Chef, Cook, Sous Chef, Head Chef, or Chef Manager., • Experience within care homes, schools, hotels, pubs, restaurants, golf clubs, or contract catering environments., • Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance procedures., • Excellent organisational and communication skills., • An Enhanced DBS certificate is advantageous for school and care home assignments. What's on Offer? • Competitive pay of £16.00 - £22.00 per hour (depending on role and experience)., • Enhanced weekend rates (site dependant), • Weekly pay., • Holiday pay., • Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle., • Opportunity to work in a variety of catering environments., • Ongoing assignments with the potential for permanent positions., • Supportive and friendly team. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. JBRP1_UKTJ

What we are looking for in a History Teaching Assistant: Enthusiasm for History with a clear goal of becoming a qualified teacher Being adaptable within the classroom, catering to a range of learning styles best suited to each student A 1st Class History degree. This dedicate school is looking for a

Job Spec Be the driving force behind day-to-day F&B delivery across the whole site This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of one of Surrey's busiest visitor attractions. At my client, you'll take day-to-day ownership of F&B delivery across every outlet on site – café, restaurant, grab-and-go kiosks, and seasonal or event catering – serving over 250,000 visitors a year . You'll be the person on the floor making sure every outlet runs smoothly, every day, allowing the F&B Manager to focus on strategy, growth, and commercial development. This role is ideal for an experienced team leader or supervisor ready for their next step up – moving beyond a single outlet or shift to help lead operations across the whole F&B offering. What you'll be doing: Run the day-to-day across every outlet Take operational responsibility for F&B delivery across the site, not just one outlet: Restaurant and café Grab-and-go kiosks Seasonal and event catering You'll move between outlets as needed, spotting and resolving issues before they escalate, and making sure standards stay consistent everywhere. Be the go-to person on the floor Lead from the front during peak trading, acting as the first point of contact for staff and guests across all outlets: Step in wherever the operation needs support Make fast, sensible calls on staffing, service, and stock Escalate to the F&B Manager when it genuinely needs their input Support commercial performance Play an active role in the commercial side of the operation: Help drive spend per head and revenue across outlets Control waste and manage stock ordering and transfers Monitor labour and cost of sale, flagging concerns early Support monthly stock takes and back-office record keeping Build and lead the team across the site Take ownership of people management across all F&B outlets: Recruit, induct, train and coach team members Manage the day-to-day rota to meet demand across outlets Address performance issues promptly and fairly Act as duty supervisor for F&B, and support other areas of the business when needed Uphold standards everywhere Ensure consistent standards across the whole F&B operation: Food safety, hygiene and cleanliness compliance in every outlet Health & safety policies, risk assessments and audits Equipment checks, maintenance reporting, and timely fixes Support the F&B Manager to work strategically This role exists to take on the day-to-day operational load, allowing the F&B Manager to focus on strategy: Deputise for the F&B Manager across the site when they're not on shift Handle routine decisions and escalations independently Feed back insight and ideas that help shape the wider F&B strategy What we're looking for You'll have some experience leading a shift or a team in a fast-paced hospitality or catering environment, and be ready to grow into a role with wider scope. We're particularly looking for someone who: Has supervisory or team-leading experience in hospitality, catering or a similar customer-facing environment Is a hands-on leader who's comfortable moving between areas during busy periods Is happy picking up commercial basics on the job – spend per head, cost control, wastage Can train, motivate and manage a small team Stays calm, organised and decisive under pressure Is keen to grow into a bigger, more varied role than a single-outlet position The reality of the role (and why it's rewarding) Our business is highly seasonal and weather-dependent, with peak periods driven by school holidays, weekends and events. This creates a fast-paced, high-energy environment where strong day-to-day leadership has a direct and visible impact. In return, you'll benefit from: A varied role with responsibility across the whole F&B operation, not just one outlet A predominantly daytime-focused operation, offering a strong alternative to late-night hospitality The opportunity to work in a unique outdoor, family-focused environment Genuine scope to grow into broader operational or management responsibility Experience & qualifications Experience as a supervisor or team leader in F&B or hospitality Experience across multiple outlets or a multi-site operation would be helpful, but not a requirement Good organisational and communication skills Some exposure to stock control, forecasting or rota management is useful but not essential Ability to lead, motivate and support a team Level 3 Food Safety (or willingness to work towards it) desirable Working Hours & Flexibility This is a full-time role working 5 days out of 7, including alternate weekends . Bank holidays are considered normal working days, with this reflected in the 28-day annual leave allowance . For most of the year, the standard working hours are 9:00am–5:00pm , including a 30-minute unpaid break. During the school summer holidays, these hours extend to 9:00am–6:00pm to support increased visitor numbers and operational demand. There will also be an expectation to cover approximately one 6:00pm finish per week to support after-school play sessions. Throughout the year, there are a small number of evening events, including: Two fireworks evenings in October Four camping weekends during July and August A small number of adult-only evening events You would not be expected to work every event, but F&B management cover will need to be provided across all events . These events are not generally late-running, with most finishing around 8:00pm–9:00pm , and the latest finishes expected to be around 11:00pm for adult evenings. As senior members of the team, both positions will also require a degree of flexibility to support occasional ad hoc events, training sessions, stock takes and other operational requirements when necessary. Contract type Permanent Hours Full time including weekends, primarily daytime with occasional evenings Salary £31,162.50 p.a. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are looking for a Chef Manager to lead one of our school catering teams.

We are looking for a Chef Manager to lead one of our school catering teams.

Contract details: Working weeks: This is a term time only role, working 33 weeks per year. Working hours: Average of 40 per week, 5 days out of 7 across a 3-week rota including evenings and weekends. Split shifts may be required The environment: Harrow School is situated within a beautiful site in Harrow on the Hill, northwest London, and is one of the best-known schools in the world, with around 830 boys studying at Harrow. The School's Catering Department has over 60 staff led by the Head of Catering, the Catering Manager and the Executive Head Chef, supported by various chefs and kitchen porters. The team produces over 3,000 meals per day during term time and over 25,000 packed meals per year. The School also caters for sports teas, open days, parents' meetings, departmental dinners, working lunches, and provides high-end hospitality for events such as wedding receptions and conferences. The role: You will assist the Hospitality Manager with the coordination and delivery of House and School events, as well as broader catering operations across the school. Working collaboratively with Catering colleagues and other departments, you will help ensure hospitality services are delivered efficiently, professionally, and with a strong focus on customer experience. You will also be responsible for managing and serving the Fieldhouse Club Bar during the cricket season and will provide operational support across all catering areas, including the Dining Hall, when required. The job description on the School's website will give more details. The skills: You will enjoy taking a hands-on approach to the role and will bring experience of working in a front-line, customer-facing and fast-paced environment. You will have strong organisational and IT skills, with the ability to work effectively both in the Catering office and across School venues. You will be flexible, adaptable and committed to delivering consistently high standards of service. The benefits include: • free lunch when working a full day • free parking • automatic enrolment in the School's pension scheme • use of the School's sports facilities such as the swimming pool, gym, and running track. • subsidised membership of the tennis, golf, angling and social clubs. Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that are important to us at Harrow. We believe in diversity of thought and actively welcome everyone regardless of their background to bring their valuable and relevant skills to our community. Harrow School is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Safeguarding and Child Protection policies and procedures at all times. In the event of a successful application, candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (including Children's Barred List information) and prohibition checks. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month. Please plan accordingly. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions and cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the Harrow School. Please refer to the School's Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy for more details. TPBN1_UKTJ

Aspiring Child Counsellor - Esher Esher - Autism/ASD - SEN - Counselling - Pastoral - Education and Training - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology - Graduate This Aspiring Child Counsellor/Learning Support Assistant role will give you experience working at a special school in Esher catering for wit

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. Our ideal Catering Assistant will:. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, acade

We are looking for a passionate, experienced Head Chef to join our friendly catering team at a thriving independent school.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and well organised Catering Assistant to join our friendly team at Quayside School.This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in our school community by helping to provide nutritious, appetising meals and a positive dining experience

Job Description About the Company: /n Were a specialised school catering company with a deep passion for high-quality food, dedicated to fostering a community spirit and driving a mission to instil pride back into school kitchens across the UK.Our success is powered by an exceptional and highly v

Job Description About the Company: /n Were a specialised school catering company with a deep passion for high-quality food, dedicated to fostering a community spirit and driving a mission to instil pride back into school kitchens across the UK.

Job Description Salary: Up to £37,000 Location: South-East London Hours: 40 hours per week | 40 weeks per year /n Want to run your own kitchen, lead a great team and actually have the school holidays to enjoy? /n I'm recruiting an Executive Chef Manager for a busy secondary school catering ope

Job Description Sous chef -Independent School - All-Year Round Operation /n Want to keep cooking great food without the late nights, endless doubles, or relentless pressure? Were seeking a talented and dedicatedSous Chefto join the catering team at a prestigiousprivate school. This is a fantastic

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Kitchen Assistant - School Catering Roles | Witney & Burford.

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Maintain high standards of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and food safety at all times. Keep the kitchen, equipment and food preparation areas clean, tidy and organised. Person Specification Previous experience working as a cook, chef or catering assistant, ideally in a nursery, school or childca

Finance Manager Location : Uppingham, Rutland Salary: Circa £50,000, commensurate with experience Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Contract: Permanent Uppingham School, founded in 1584, is a leading co-educational independent boarding school which runs 24/7 in term-time. It has a strong academic profile and excellent pastoral care with an international reputation, and state-of-the-art science, sports and music facilities. Its c. 800 pupils, aged 11-18, are accommodated in 15 boarding houses, taught by over 20 academic departments, and participate in numerous extra-curricular activities such as sports, music and drama. The School employs c. 550 staff and is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, welcoming applications from anyone who feels they could fulfil the role. The Role The Finance Manager is responsible for the operational finance function of UGS, leading a team of six and overseeing financial accounting, transaction processing, management reporting, budgeting support and financial control. The role owns a timely and accurate month-end and year-end close, prepares management information and balance-sheet reconciliations, ensures the integrity of income, expenditure and fixed-asset records, and manages the core purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook activities. You will support budget holders with forecasts, cost analysis and financial discipline, develop clear procedures and controls, and provide the Financial Controller with reliable information for statutory accounts, audit, tax and wider decision-making. This is also an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in a significant finance transformation programme, helping to modernise systems, reporting, controls and financial processes across the School. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant to take ownership of a broad finance function and work closely with the Financial Controller and CFO within a large and complex organisation. Key responsibilities include: Leading and developing the transactional finance team, setting clear expectations, deadlines and cover arrangements Planning and delivering the monthly and annual close timetable, including journals, reconciliations and a complete close pack Preparing accurate monthly management accounts with clear variance commentary for the Financial Controller, CFO and budget holders Owning the monthly balance-sheet reconciliation process, including accruals, prepayments, deferred income and provisions Supporting the annual budget and in-year forecasting processes, working with budget holders on robust assumptions Acting as a trusted finance partner to budget holders across the School, providing challenge, insight and support to improve decision-making and financial performance Attending budget-holder meetings, explaining results and forecasts, and producing focused cost analysis Maintaining the fixed asset register and ensuring capital expenditure is correctly authorised, recorded and classified Preparing supporting information and reconciliations for VAT, tax and Gift Aid reporting Ensuring school-fee, ancillary-income, commercial-income and supplier-expenditure records are complete and accurate Managing the purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook teams, including banking and bank reconciliations Maintaining financial controls, process manuals and month-end checklists, and supporting fraud prevention Overseeing finance-related contracts and reconciliations, including support for the catering contract Preparing schedules and evidence for external audit and statutory accounts Acting as a key operational lead for finance-system and process change, including testing, training and workflow design Driving continuous improvement in financial processes, controls and ways of working, ensuring procedures remain efficient, scalable and well documented What We're Looking For Qualified accountant, or actively studying towards a recognised professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Experience of delivering month-end and year-end close in a complex organisation Strong practical experience of management accounts, balance-sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, deferred income and fixed assets Experience of managing purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook processes, with a sound understanding of end-to-end financial controls Experience of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and working directly with non-finance budget holders Experience of leading and developing a finance team and managing competing deadlines Good working knowledge of VAT and the ability to prepare robust supporting schedules for tax, Gift Aid, audit and statutory accounts Strong Excel and finance-systems skills, with experience of process improvement, data handling, reporting and system implementation or development Ability to turn detailed financial information into concise, practical commentary and actions High standards of accuracy, completeness and personal accountability Organised and calm under pressure, with the ability to prioritise and meet firm reporting deadlines Analytical and curious, with the confidence to challenge constructively and resolve underlying issues Clear, approachable communicator who can build effective relationships with finance colleagues and budget holders Committed to continuous improvement, good controls and practical service delivery Safeguarding The post-holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact, will be to adhere to and always ensure compliance with the School's Safeguarding (Child Protection) Policy. You may have experience in the following: Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Assistant Financial Controller, Finance Operations Manager, Group Accountant, Transactional Finance Manager, etc. closing date is 16th October 2026. REF-230 973 TPBN1_UKTJ

Food & Beverage Manager Lead and develop a high-volume, multi-outlet F&B operation We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Food & Beverage Manager to take ownership of a busy, multi-outlet operation serving a large and varied customer base. This is a senior, hands-on position with responsibility for the day-to-day running, performance and continued development of the entire food and beverage operation. The role covers everything from café and restaurant service through to grab-and-go outlets and seasonal or event catering. You will be responsible for maintaining excellent standards while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability and the overall customer experience. This position would suit an experienced hospitality operator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take genuine ownership of an F&B department. The Role: Manage a high-performing F&B operation Take overall responsibility for food and beverage services, ensuring consistent standards of quality, speed and customer service across: Café and restaurant operations Grab-and-go outlets Seasonal catering Event and function catering You will ensure the operation performs effectively throughout both busy and quieter periods, adjusting staffing, service and resources according to demand. Improve commercial performance You will have clear responsibility for the financial and commercial performance of the F&B operation, with particular attention to: Increasing spend per head Improving gross margins Controlling food and operating costs Maximising labour efficiency and productivity Reducing waste Improving stock management and purchasing You will be expected to identify areas for improvement and put practical strategies in place to increase profitability and overall performance. Lead by example and develop the team This is a hands-on management role. You will be visible and involved during busy trading periods, setting standards and supporting your team when required. Alongside this, you will be responsible for: Developing supervisors and team leaders Building a strong management structure Increasing the capability and confidence of the wider team Improving staff engagement and retention Creating a team structure that allows the operation to run effectively without relying on you for every decision Develop the F&B offering Use sales information, customer feedback and operational insight to continually improve the offer. This could include: Reviewing menus and pricing Improving customer flow and service speed Identifying opportunities for new products or services Introducing ideas that improve the customer experience while delivering a commercial return You will have an important role in ensuring the F&B operation continues to evolve and make a meaningful contribution to the wider customer experience. Seasonal and event planning Forward planning will be an important part of the role, particularly around busy trading periods, holidays and events. You will ensure: Staffing levels are appropriate for anticipated demand Stock and purchasing are planned effectively Service models are suitable for expected volumes The operation is fully prepared for peak periods Feedback and lessons from previous periods are used to improve future performance About You We are looking for an experienced F&B professional with a background in high-volume hospitality, leisure, visitor attractions or a similar customer-focused environment. The successful candidate will ideally be someone who: Is a confident, hands-on leader who enjoys being involved in the operation Has experience managing multiple outlets or a high-volume F&B environment Has strong commercial awareness and understands how to improve profitability Can demonstrate a history of improving operational performance Has experience managing and developing large teams, including seasonal employees Is comfortable working with sales, labour and operational data Can remain calm, organised and decisive during busy periods Has the ability to balance customer service with commercial objectives The Working Environment The operation is highly seasonal and can be significantly influenced by customer demand, school holidays, weekends, events and weather conditions. As a result, the role can be fast-paced and demanding, particularly during peak periods. It is also an opportunity for an experienced manager to have a visible impact on the performance and development of the department. In return, the role offers: A varied position with significant responsibility A predominantly daytime-focused operation The opportunity to work in a busy, customer-focused environment Genuine autonomy to develop and improve the F&B operation The opportunity to make a direct commercial impact Potential to progress into wider operational leadership Experience & Qualifications Proven experience as a Food & Beverage Manager or in a senior F&B leadership position Experience within high-volume hospitality, leisure or visitor attractions is desirable Strong commercial and financial management skills Experience with stock control and purchasing Experience with forecasting and labour planning Proven ability to recruit, lead and develop teams Strong understanding of food safety and operational standards Level 3 Food Safety qualification, or equivalent, would be desirable Additional Information This is a full-time position and will require flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays and during key seasonal and peak trading periods. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable working in a busy environment where customer demand can fluctuate significantly and where strong organisation, leadership and commercial decision-making are essential. Working Hours & Flexibility This is a full-time role working 5 days out of 7, including alternate weekends . Bank holidays are considered normal working days, with this reflected in the 28-day annual leave allowance . For most of the year, the standard working hours are 9:00am–5:00pm , including a 30-minute unpaid break. During the school summer holidays, these hours extend to 9:00am–6:00pm to support increased visitor numbers and operational demand. There will also be an expectation to cover approximately one 6:00pm finish per week to support after-school play sessions. Throughout the year, there are a small number of evening events, including: Two fireworks evenings in October Four camping weekends during July and August A small number of adult-only evening events You would not be expected to work every event, but F&B management cover will need to be provided across all events . These events are not generally late-running, with most finishing around 8:00pm–9:00pm , and the latest finishes expected to be around 11:00pm for adult evenings. TPBN1_UKTJ

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Esher Esher - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant in Esher to support children with Special Needs, such as ASD, SEMH and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team! The School: This is a special school in Esher catering for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), and many with co-occuring social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). As a Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist. Also an ideal opportunity for aspiring Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists. Professional Skills & Requirements for the role of an Aspiring Educational Psychologist/LSA: Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to provide academic and pastoral support Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential Personal Qualities Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential Able to build confidence and motivation Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict Able to commute to Esher Caring, compassionate, and a good listener - 5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & £93-£105 per day - dependant on skills and experience - Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of students - You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship - Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate. Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics: 01483 366435 l Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy. TPBN1_UKTJ

Aspiring SEND Teacher Are you an Aspiring SEND Teacher who has gained a good honors degree in psychology or a related subject looking to take the next steps into teaching? If so, an exceptional specialist school in Redbridge is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and passionate graduate to join them as an Aspiring SEND Teacher supporting children initially as a Teaching Assistant. As an Aspiring SEND Teacher you will work alongside experienced Teachers and other SEND professionals to create an engaging, nurturing, and inspiring environment where pupils with additional needs feel safe, valued, and empowered to succeed. Aspiring SEND Teacher job - Why This School? A specialist school catering to young people with complex communication needs, autism and learning and emotional needs A Leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people Officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the past six years Specialist staff made up of experienced teachers trained to foster both academic and social growth Pathway for Aspiring SEND Teachers to develop and embark on ITT. In this Aspiring SEND Teacher role, you will support teachers in delivering an engaging learning experience while also providing 1:1 support to pupils. As an Aspiring SEND Teacher, you will gain vital first-hand experience working alongside SEND Teachers, Speech and Language Therapists and other SEN professionals. This will allow you to gain an insight into the differentaspects of SEND provision and develop a deeper understanding of how to support pupils with a range of additional needs. If you are looking to take that next step towards a career in teaching and this Aspiring SEND Teacher role sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you! Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Aspiring SEND Teacher in Redbridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Aspiring SEND Teacher role. TPBN1_UKTJ

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