Catering Assistant job in Hertfordshire

Catering Assistant

NQT Education Sector:
Unspecified
Education Sector:
SEN Jobs
Education Role:
Specialist SEN Classroom Support Jobs
Region:
Eastern
Area:
Hertfordshire
Internal Vacancy?:
No
Subject:
Special Needs - SEN
Employment Type:
Full Time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£21,000 to £23,000 per annum
Salary Description:
£21000 - £23000 per annum
Posted:
03-Feb-26
Recruiter:
Academics
Job Ref:
Catering Assistant 1

Catering Assistant – SEN Specialist School

Welwyn Garden City

£21,000 – £23,000 per annum

We are currently seeking a reliable and caring Catering Assistant to join an SEN Specialist School in Welwyn Garden City, supporting learners within an education and training environment.

This Catering Assistant role in Welwyn Garden City is ideal for someone who enjoys working in education and training and understands the importance of providing nutritious, well-prepared meals to support learners’ wellbeing in a specialist SEN setting.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals to learners and staff within an education setting
* Ensuring food is prepared and presented safely, in line with dietary requirements and allergens
* Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the kitchen and dining areas
* Supporting the catering team with daily kitchen duties
* Creating a calm, safe, and supportive environment for learners during mealtimes

The Ideal Candidate Will:

* Have previous experience as a Catering Assistant or within a catering or kitchen environment (school or SEN experience within education is desirable but not essential)
* Be patient, compassionate, and understanding of the needs of children with SEN
* Have a good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety procedures
* Be reliable, organised, and able to work effectively as part of a team
* Be willing to undergo relevant safeguarding and compliance checks required in education and training

What We Offer:

* A supportive and welcoming SEN school environment in Welwyn Garden City
* A competitive salary of £21,000 – £23,000 per annum
* The opportunity for a Catering Assistant to make a positive difference within education.
* Ongoing support and guidance

Please submit your application asap to be considered for this position in Welwyn Garden City.

Contact Details:
Academics
Tel: 01442 934950
Contact: Gary Tugwell

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