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Front of House / General Catering AssistantPrestigious Private SchoolPay Rate: £12.71 - £13.71 per hourWorking Pattern: Various shifts, 5 days out of 7We are currently recruiting for a Front of House / General Catering Assistant to join the catering team at a prestigious private school. This role is ideal for a professional, customer-focused individual who enjoys working in a high-quality hospitality environment and takes pride in delivering outstanding service.Key ResponsibilitiesServing food and beverages to students, staff, and visitors.Working behind the service counter during meal service.Operating tills and processing cashless/card payments accurately.Maintaining attractive and well-stocked food displays.Assisting with basic food preparation when required.Clearing and cleaning dining areas to a high standard.Washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.Ensuring compliance with food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety regulations.Supporting hospitality events and special school functions.RequirementsPrevious experience in catering, hospitality, cafés, restaurants, or school catering environments.Excellent customer service and communication skills.Experience handling payments and operating tills.High standards of personal presentation and personal hygiene.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player.Enhanced DBS Certificate required (or willingness to obtain one).Food Hygiene Certificate desirable but not essential.What We OfferCompetitive pay of £12.71 - £13.71 per hour .Flexible shift patterns working 5 days out of 7 .Opportunity to work within a prestigious private school environment.Friendly and supportive team.Ongoing training and development opportunities.If you have a passion for customer service and enjoy working in a professional catering environment, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and join a dedicated team delivering exceptional dining experiences within a high-end private school setting.Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.TPBN1_UKTJ

Food Tech SEN Teaching Assistant - Sutton Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs through practical, hands-on learning? Do you have experience in Food Technology and want to make a real impact helping students develop essential life skills for independence? Role: Food Tech SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time Pay: £110 - £120 per day Start Date: Immediate Start - Trials Ongoing Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday - Term time Length: Temp to Perm - Remainder of Academic Year Location: London Borough of Sutton We are currently recruiting a proactive, hands-on, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support within a specialist setting in Sutton, working closely in a Food Technology environment. The school supports students with a range of complex needs, including ASD and SEMH, many of whom benefit from structured, practical learning approaches. This role is centred around supporting students in a kitchen-based classroom, helping them engage in Food Technology lessons that build independence, routine, and key life skills. The setting places a strong emphasis on behaviour support, consistency, and creating a calm, structured learning environment for students who may have experienced barriers to education. The Role: Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant role within a Food Technology / vocational learning setting Supporting students with ASD, SEMH, and associated behavioural needs Assisting pupils during practical cooking lessons, ensuring safety, structure, and engagement Providing 1:1 and small group support to help students follow instructions, recipes, and routines Supporting behaviour management using consistent, calm, and proactive strategies Encouraging independence, confidence, and essential life skills through hands-on activities Ideal Candidate: Experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly ASD and SEMH Previous Food Technology experience in a school setting is highly desirable Background in cooking, hospitality, or vocational education (advantageous) Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, resilient approach Confident working in a practical environment where safety and structure are key Keen to pursue a career in education, SEN, or therapeutic support * Able to commit to a full-time role in Sutton This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain specialist SEN experience in a vocational setting, particularly those interested in behaviour support, alternative provision, or life skills education. If you are interested in this rewarding Food Tech SEN Teaching Assistant role in Sutton, apply now! 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