Assistant Principal – Student Welfare, Behaviour & Attitudes
Teaching Vacancies - West Drayton, Middlesex
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and visionary Assistant Principal – Student Welfare, Behaviour and Attitudes to help lead our school. You will have the opportunity to shape students' lives positively, fostering a supportive environment where individual needs are celebrated and educational success is prioritised. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies to support student welfare, manage behaviour effectively, and foster positive attitudes towards learning. • To create, promote and maintain a high quality, positive, inclusive, and safe school culture and educational environment. • To work closely with the Principal and SLT on strategic school improvement planning and school self-evaluation to ensure continued development. • To undertake a teaching commitment to promote outstanding classroom practice and to sustain curriculum innovation. Shared responsibility for lesson observations and providing high quality coaching, support and mentoring as appropriate. • Foster a culture of high expectations and academic excellence. • Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external partners to support student learning. Key Requirements: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. • Qualified to degree level and above. • Extensive experience with an excellent understanding of current theory and best practice in teaching and learning, preferably within an SEMH or SEN setting with a strong understanding of the social, emotional, and mental health needs of students. • Excellent understanding of effective strategies for maintaining high standards of learning behaviour, behaviour and discipline within the classroom and wider school context. • To demonstrate high-quality leadership, including the ability to lead, coach, motivate and enthuse others. • Excellent knowledge and understanding of best practice relating to child protection and safeguarding. • Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills. OHC&AT is an exciting, forward-thinking organisation, and we offer many benefits to attract and keep our staff, contributing towards maintaining and improving wellbeing, and encouraging our required behaviours, achievements, values, and skills. Below is just a selection of the benefits available to our employees What the school offers its staff Rewards & Benefits: • Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment. • Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family. • Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme, Home Electronics Scheme and Employee Car Lease Scheme ) • Employee Wellbeing - We support employee wellbeing with access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave including Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme • Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more) • Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme) Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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Assistant Chef Manager The Beaconsfield Secondary School
Hertfordshire Catering Ltd (HCL) - Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
PermanentFull time
Assistant Chef Manager based at The Beaconsfield Secondary School 30hpw At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY. The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector. As an Assistant Chef Manager, you'll be supporting the cook manager helping to prepare and serve nutritious food, while working as part of a team to deliver a great lunch service. Let's talk about the role of an Assistant Chef Manager: Prepare nutritious meals that meet client and student expectations Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills Support the Cook Manager with general tasks as required Assist with stock control and inventory management Represent the brand professionally, always maintaining a positive image Adhere to all food safety and hygiene standards Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations About the Ideal Assistant Chef Manager: Committed to safeguarding children and young people Previous experience in education catering or a similar environment is essential Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required) Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements within a school environment Clear understanding of key allergens and the ability to cater for a wide range of special dietary requirements Competent in using IT systems for ordering, inventory monitoring, and maintaining accurate allergen records Able to support and work collaboratively as part of a team Why join us? Salary: £14.68 per hour (£19,381 per annum) Hours: 30 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights Schedule: Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off Uniform provided Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply) Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities Excusive discounts: via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities Wellbeing matters: Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL - 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 Assistant Chef Manager career with HCL starts here.
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Teaching Assistant | 1:1 Tracheostomy Support
Ethos Education - Harrow
On-siteContractFull time
Teaching Assistant – Harrow | 1:1 Tracheostomy Support A primary school in Harrow is looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is trained and confident in supporting a pupil with a tracheostomy. This is a 1:1 role providing dedicated support to a child throughout the school day, helping them access learning and participate fully in classroom and school activities. Due to the pupil's needs, applicants must have previous experience and relevant training in tracheostomy care and be confident providing this support within a school environment. Alongside the pupil's healthcare needs, you will support their learning, communication, independence and overall participation in school life. You will work closely with the class teacher, SEN team and other professionals involved in the pupil's care to ensure they receive consistent and appropriate support. The school is looking for a calm, caring and reliable Teaching Assistant who understands the importance of following individual care plans and established procedures. If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant with tracheostomy training looking for a 1:1 role in a primary school in Harrow, apply now to be considered. Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.
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Early Years Teaching Assistant (part-time)
eTeach UK Limited - Staines, Greater London
PS3 £10,241 (FTE £25,133)
On-sitePermanentPart time
Riverbridge Primary School is a three-form entry school which enjoys a diverse catchment, a vibrant community and a strong team spirit. We work collaboratively with other local Nurseries, Children’s Centres and Schools in different ways and are constantly on the look-out for opportunities to enhance our provision. The right candidate will be joining a strong, professional team of enthusiastic staff who will work alongside you in a supportive and constructive way.We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and creative individual who can bring high quality support to children in Early Years Foundation Stage. We are looking for a part-time Teaching Assistant who has a passion for creating life-long learners, who can be flexible and support learning in a creative way. We are recruiting an Early Years Teaching Assistant for 17.5 hours per week, 12.00pm – 3.30pm Monday to Friday, term time plus one week (38 weeks per year). This is a permanent position. We are looking for the right candidate to join our team. In particular we require someone who has:• Experience in Early Years and holds a Level 3 recognised childcare qualification (training can be provided) • Good written and verbal communication skills• High level of personal and emotional resilience• Lots of patience• Capacity to be flexible• Ability and confidence to use initiative whilst respecting advice from professionals What we offer:• A team of staff committed to supporting you • Opportunities to attend training with other Teaching Assistants in local schools• Opportunities to study for the Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification• Support for those that wish to further their career in teaching• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (defined benefit scheme) We are proud to be part of The Lumen Learning Trust, a successful local multi-academy trust, made up of Saxon Primary School, Shepperton, The Echelford School, Ashford, Walton Oak, Walton-on-Thames, Darley Dene, Addlestone, Ewell Grove Primary, Ewell, Riverbridge Primary School, Staines, Southfield Park Primary School, Epsom. Professional development is central to our ethos and the successful candidate will gain from a wide range of in-house and external learning opportunities.The closing date for applications is: Monday 2nd November 2026 at 9am. However, please feel free to apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 11th November 2026Salary: FTE £25,133 / Actual £10,241 Start date: As soon as possible Previous applicants need not apply.To apply please complete the application form; we do not accept CVs.Lumen Learning Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. To achieve our commitment we will ensure continuous improvement and development of robust Safeguarding processes and procedures that promote a culture of Safeguarding amongst our staff and volunteers.
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Catering Assistant | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - Slough, Berkshire
£26,618 per annum incl HCAS
PermanentFull time
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and work in a fast-paced, highly rewarding department, our Catering team at Wexham Park Hospital is recruiting Catering Assistants to assist in providing a highly professional and customer-focused catering service to all patients, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will be willing to work hard as part of a team and confident to carry out individual duties. You will be interacting with a high number of people each day, playing a vital part in making their visit as comfortable as possible. On a typical day as a Catering Assistant, you can expect to serve food and drinks in patient or staff dining outlets, assist in food preparation, support wards in delivering their food service, undertake cashier duties, and proactively support continued innovation and development of the department. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. You will also act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trust’s values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care. Catering experience and a certificate in food safety are desirable, though this is not essential, as full training will be given. You will complete a Maths and English assessment as part of the recruitment process. You must pass this test to progress to an interview. The role requires that the job holder follows the duties laid out by the Café Supervisor in the day-to-day operational management of the café. You’ll be expected to treat visitors and staff in a welcoming, friendly and efficient manner, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. You’ll be working as part of a motivated team in Courtyard Restaurant. The job holder will assist the Supervisor to expand and/or make recommendations for improving standards and enhancing the service to all customers. This would be through quality initiatives and by looking at ways of maximising good customer care and income generation. You’ll need to be aware of menu content whilst understanding the importance of portion control, food presentation and customer care. In addition, you must ensure that the privacy and dignity of visitors, staff and patients is respected at all times. This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Frimley Health Trust benefits Undertake all duties relating to food service including: • Prepare food service areas and equipment e.g. placing equipment ready for use (woks, fryers etc.) • Serve food and drinks in patient/staff dining outlets and on the patient meal assembly • Ensure a full supply of crockery and cutlery to the restaurant during service hours • Deliver and collect meal trolleys to/from wards and departments • Deliver catering supplies to wards and departments including call orders • Menu collation, picking of all ward food according to menu choice and record information Undertake preparation of all foodstuffs: • Assist in food preparation e.g. peeling vegetables, prepping salad items, traying up and labelling items • Assessment of good portion control, manage food waste and appropriate record-keeping • Decant chilled food • Regeneration of food and garnishing • Adhere strictly to standard recipes and production methods, check food and beverages served, for quantity, quality and appearance and maintain correct standards of hygiene and temperature control as per HACCP Operate cash registers in retail areas, demonstrating due diligence at all times: • Undertake cashier duties including receipt and accounting of cash and vouchers, operation of cash register to give correct change, ensuring cash security, maintaining records relating to cash handling, balancing cash takings with till receipts and accounting for differences • Comply with all organisational and departmental procedures relating to cash handling and security • Replace or refund patients or retail customers to ensure immediate customer satisfaction, escalating to supervisor or manager as required This advert closes on Thursday 17 Sep 2026
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Learning Support Assistant (LSA)- Experienced or Early Career
Teaching Vacancies - Slough, Berkshire
PermanentPart time
What skills and experience we're looking for We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to work in our friendly and highly-effective school. Our LSA team are highly-skilled and we are looking for candidates who are ambitious and determined that Penn Wood children get the very best. The candidate will support children at Penn Wood and secure their access to the curriculum and teaching. This is a fixed term role and the successful candidate could make an immediate start, subject to safeguarding process. The contract woud be renewed at the end of the Spring term. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, the LSA team and other professionals to help children—including those with additional needs—communicate effectively, access our high-quality curriculum, developing confidence and independence. You will play a key role in creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment and will be skilled at supporting pupils in both independent learning and play, helping them to build relationships with their peers. You will be deeply-invested in our community and ambitious for all children, demonstrating how you ensure all children gain access to the educational experiences they deserve and helping to deliver our excellent curriculum. What the school offers its staff What We Offer: • A supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution is valued. • A comprehensive programme of professional learning and bespoke coaching to ensure success in your role. • A team of expert specialist teachers, a highly-effective LSA team and on-site IT support • A well-resourced building and curriculum Further details about the role (requests for flexible working, broadly in line with these hours, will be considered at point of offer) Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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Housekeeping Assistant | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - Slough, Berkshire
£26,618 per annum incl HCAS
PermanentFull time
Join Our Team at Wexham Park Hospital! Are you a hardworking and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding role in healthcare? We are seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our friendly team atWexham Park Hospital, Slough. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring patients have a comfortable and positive experience by: ✅ Maintaining high standards of cleanliness on the ward/department ✅ Serving breakfast to patients with care and efficiency ✅ Creating a welcoming and supportive environment ✨What We Offer: ✔ Full training – no previous cleaning experience needed ✔ A friendly and supportive team environment ✔ The chance to make a real difference in patients' lives ✔ NHS benefits and career progression opportunities If you have great customer service skills and a positive attitude, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of something meaningful. Please note that this role is not eligible forSkilled Workervisa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the post. Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in a healthcare environment? Wexham Park Hospital, Slough, is seeking a hardworking and enthusiasticHousekeeping Assistantto join our dedicated team. About the Role As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients and staff. Purpose of job: 1. Work as a member of the housekeeping team, contributing to the provision of a comfortable and effective stay for patients, by ensuring that the ward/departments are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and to help serve meals as required. 2. Work as a member of the non-ward-based team, ensuring that all non-ward areas(offices, corridors etc.) are cleaned to a high standard of cleanliness, maintaining a pleasant environment for staff, patient and visitors. 3. To carry out the full range of duties listed below. If you havegreat attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and excellent customer service skills, we’d love to hear from you! Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo As aFlexible Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a crucial part in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across hospital wards and departments. For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy. We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications have been received. This advert closes on Monday 28 Sep 2026
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Housekeeping Assistant | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - Ascot, Berkshire
£12,422 per annum incl HCAS
PermanentPart time
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and motivated housekeeper to work in our Heatherwood Hospital in Ascot. We are interested in hearing from individuals who are willing to work hard within a strong, friendly team. They will be required to provide a key service within the hospital for both staff and patients. The post holders will be responsible for ensuring that the environment are of a high standards and needs of the patients and visitors. The main focus of the post holder is to facilitate the maintenance of a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients. They will work with the ward-based team to ensure patient safety privacy and dignity and courtesy in accordance with Trust values. This is a challenging but rewarding job and would be ideally suited to motivated team players. Housekeeping experience within healthcare and knowledge of COSHH, BICs, Colour coding and infection control is desirable though this is not essential, as full training will be given. The recruitment process will include a Maths and English assessment, in order to progress to interview you will need to pass this test. Please note that we are currently offeringtwo part-time positions, working5 days out of 7, Monday to Sundayfrom6:00 pm to 9:30 pm. This equates to3.5 hours per dayand17.5 hours per week. This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract. The housekeeping team at Heatherwood hospital are part of the hotel services department and the Estates and Facilities directorate. The team is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness in all the hospital areas. The housekeepers are valued support members helping to ensure that the wards are pleasant for the all patients and staff. As part of our facilities team, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our hospital clean, safe and welcoming for patients, visitors and staff. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo As a valued member of our housekeeping team, your duties will include: • Cleaning and maintaining all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal spaces. • Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and buffing floors using appropriate machinery. • Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures, skirting boards, window ledges and equipment. • Collecting and disposing of rubbish, clinical waste and recycling in accordance with Trust policy. • Replenishing consumables such as soap, hand towels and toilet tissue. • Ensuring cleaning equipment is kept in a clean and safe condition, and reporting any faults promptly. • Assisting with curtain changes and deep cleans as required. • Supporting catering duties where needed, including preparing and serving patient breakfasts and drinks, and assisting with meal orders when required. • Maintaining confidentiality and showing respect and compassion to patients at all times. Please see job description and person specification for further information. We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications have been received. Apply today and help us keep our hospital a clean, safe and welcoming place for everyone. This advert closes on Thursday 1 Oct 2026
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Healthcare Assistant | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - Slough
£27,106 - £28,850 per annum, pro rata, incl. HCAS
PermanentPart time
We are looking to recruit experienced Health Care Assistants at Frimley NHS Health Foundation Trust (FHFT) who are currently working in the UK in a Healthcare setting. We have a range of Health Care Assistant (HCA) vacancies across our clinical directorates on our Frimley Park Hospital site. We are looking for compassionate, caring healthcare workers who strive to deliver high quality care to patients. This will be a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others at FHFT. For the right candidate who can deliver the values of FHFT, we will support and develop your career and help you grow to become the best HCA you aspire to be. Please note this is a front facing clinical role where a high level of spoken and written English language is required. Please do not use AI software for completion of your application for this role. You currently must be in the UK and have current experience of working in a UK Healthcare setting as an HCA. As a Health Care Assistant, you will work under direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse/Nursing Associate. You will be primarily assisting the nursing team with care of the patients and will facilitate the smooth running of the department. As a member of the ward/department team you will always support clinically your registrant colleagues and act in the best interest of patients. With this role we expect that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and values others’ beliefs whilst delivering clinical care. This is a clinical front facing role where excellent customer care skills are expected to be delivered to patients, relatives, carers, and colleagues. You will need to be driven and prepared to deliver high quality care and attention to detail. In this role you can look forward to a career full of development opportunities and the support from an excellent team of healthcare professionals – working alongside a reliable and friendly team. You will also have access to a full program of training and development as well as a range of employee benefits. When joining Frimley Health, we can offer you a supportive working environment as well as training and development to meet your needs. If you have an interest in providing exceptional patient care as well as developing your clinical knowledge and skills, then please apply via this vacancy. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo This vacancy is linked with the opportunity for Apprenticeship (for those eligible for Apprenticeships). This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health. You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar Healthcare qualification. These are some of the clinical roles you may be expected to deliver as a B3 HCA at FHFT: please refer to the full JD for a more expanded list. • To undertake agreed clinical activities including collection of urine and faecal samples, swabs, recording of fluid intake/output, changing of stomas and urine drainage bags, catheter care, recording of pulse/temperature/blood pressure/saturations and patient The National Early Warning Score (NEWS2) scoring, and to advise the registrant nurse of any changes in a patient’s condition. • To care for enhanced care observation patients (1:1) or bay-based observation as required. • To provide support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of plans of care for individual patients. • To assist patients to eat and drink as required, assisting in menu selection and being aware of special diets and cultural requirements. • To enable and assist patients to maintain their personal hygiene. • To contribute to the safe movement of patients, using equipment to mobilise and move patients, after mobility assessment, to ensure patient comfort. Elements of the Job Description and the Person Specification may be screened at interview. We reserve the right to terminate the interview if it is felt these are not met. Please also note that it is a mandatory requirement, for those who do not have a Care Certificate, to complete a self-assessment form that is attached to this vacancy. Failure to complete and return this document 48 hours prior to your interview will delay the recruitment process or prevent your offer from being issued. Level 3 Apprenticeship, see info available on this link: Senior healthcare support worker / Skills England Please note, in line with UK Home Office legislation and due to upcoming changes to sponsorship requirements, we are unable to consider applicants who require sponsorship for this vacancy. Please check your eligibility under the latest UKVI requirements before applying. Applications from candidates who do not meet the criteriacannot be progressed. This advert closes on Wednesday 7 Oct 2026
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Catering Assistant | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - Slough, Berkshire
£26,618 per annum incl HCAS
PermanentFull time
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and work in a fast-paced, highly rewarding department, our Catering team at Wexham Park Hospital is recruiting Catering Assistants to assist in providing a highly professional and customer-focused catering service to all patients, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will be willing to work hard as part of a team and confident to carry out individual duties. You will be interacting with a high number of people each day, playing a vital part in making their visit as comfortable as possible. On a typical day as an Assistant working in a kitchen assisting Chefs and doing all relevant tasks of Kitchen Porter. You can expect to serve food and drinks in patient or staff dining outlets, assist in food preparation, support wards in delivering their food service, undertake cashier duties, and proactively support continued innovation and development of the department. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. You will also act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trust’s values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care. Catering experience and a certificate in food safety are desirable, though this is not essential, as full training will be given. You will complete a Maths and English assessment as part of the recruitment process. You must pass this test to progress to an interview. The role requires that the job holder follows the duties laid out by the Café Supervisor in the day-to-day operational management of the café. You’ll be expected to treat visitors and staff in a welcoming, friendly and efficient manner, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. You’ll be working as part of a motivated team in Courtyard Restaurant. The job holder will assist the Supervisor to expand and/or make recommendations for improving standards and enhancing the service to all customers. This would be through quality initiatives and by looking at ways of maximising good customer care and income generation. You’ll need to be aware of menu content whilst understanding the importance of portion control, food presentation and customer care. In addition, you must ensure that the privacy and dignity of visitors, staff and patients is respected at all times. This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Frimley Health Trust benefits Undertake all duties relating to food service including: • Prepare food service areas and equipment e.g. placing equipment ready for use (woks, fryers etc.) • Serve food and drinks in patient/staff dining outlets and on the patient meal assembly • Ensure a full supply of crockery and cutlery to the restaurant during service hours • Deliver and collect meal trolleys to/from wards and departments • Deliver catering supplies to wards and departments including call orders • Menu collation, picking of all ward food according to menu choice and record information Undertake preparation of all foodstuffs: • Assist in food preparation e.g. peeling vegetables, prepping salad items, traying up and labelling items • Assessment of good portion control, manage food waste and appropriate record-keeping • Decant chilled food • Regeneration of food and garnishing • Adhere strictly to standard recipes and production methods, check food and beverages served, for quantity, quality and appearance and maintain correct standards of hygiene and temperature control as per HACCP Operate cash registers in retail areas, demonstrating due diligence at all times: • Undertake cashier duties including receipt and accounting of cash and vouchers, operation of cash register to give correct change, ensuring cash security, maintaining records relating to cash handling, balancing cash takings with till receipts and accounting for differences • Comply with all organisational and departmental procedures relating to cash handling and security • Replace or refund patients or retail customers to ensure immediate customer satisfaction, escalating to supervisor or manager as required This advert closes on Wednesday 7 Oct 2026
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