Catering Assistant
| Posting date: | 02 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £17,728.50 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 June 2026 |
| Location: | Stapleford |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 313916FAJ |
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Job Title: Catering Assistant
Location: Hemlock Stone School, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, NG9 8GA
Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: £17,728.50 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you someone who enjoys working in a lively environment, takes pride in creating nutritious meals, and loves making a positive difference to young people’s day? We’re looking for a Catering Assistant to join our friendly school kitchen team and help deliver a warm, welcoming lunchtime experience for our pupils. As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play a key part in preparing, cooking, and serving healthy school meals. You’ll support the Kitchen Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen and help create a happy, safe, and enjoyable dining environment for our students.
This is a hands‑on role where confidence and fluency in spoken English are essential, as you’ll be interacting with pupils and staff throughout the school day.
What you’ll be doing:
Preparing, cooking, and serving meals to pupils and staff, including catering for special dietary needs
Helping maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen and dining area
Ensuring food supplies are well‑stocked and reporting any shortages or issues
Supporting lunchtime supervision to ensure smooth, timely service
Observing pupil behaviour and passing on any concerns to teaching staff
Keeping accurate records and reporting cancellations or additional meal requirements
Following all food hygiene, health & safety, and school policies
Attending training and team meetings to support your development
Who we’re looking for:
A positive, can‑do attitude and a genuine interest in supporting young people
Confidence in spoken English
A team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards
Someone who enjoys a fast‑paced, practical role
Reliability, enthusiasm, and a commitment to safe working practices
About Us
Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford, Nottinghamshire opened in March 2026, and caters for up to 66 pupils, providing a specialist learning environment for young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Complex Needs.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Job Title: Catering Assistant
Location: Hemlock Stone School, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, NG9 8GA
Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: £17,728.50 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you someone who enjoys working in a lively environment, takes pride in creating nutritious meals, and loves making a positive difference to young people’s day? We’re looking for a Catering Assistant to join our friendly school kitchen team and help deliver a warm, welcoming lunchtime experience for our pupils. As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play a key part in preparing, cooking, and serving healthy school meals. You’ll support the Kitchen Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen and help create a happy, safe, and enjoyable dining environment for our students.
This is a hands‑on role where confidence and fluency in spoken English are essential, as you’ll be interacting with pupils and staff throughout the school day.
What you’ll be doing:
Preparing, cooking, and serving meals to pupils and staff, including catering for special dietary needs
Helping maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen and dining area
Ensuring food supplies are well‑stocked and reporting any shortages or issues
Supporting lunchtime supervision to ensure smooth, timely service
Observing pupil behaviour and passing on any concerns to teaching staff
Keeping accurate records and reporting cancellations or additional meal requirements
Following all food hygiene, health & safety, and school policies
Attending training and team meetings to support your development
Who we’re looking for:
A positive, can‑do attitude and a genuine interest in supporting young people
Confidence in spoken English
A team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards
Someone who enjoys a fast‑paced, practical role
Reliability, enthusiasm, and a commitment to safe working practices
About Us
Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford, Nottinghamshire opened in March 2026, and caters for up to 66 pupils, providing a specialist learning environment for young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Complex Needs.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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