Kitchen Assistant

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Job Title:
Kitchen Assistant (Kitchen Porter Focus)
Location:
Red Moor School, Lanlivery, PL30 5BT

Hours: 20 hours per week Monday-Friday 10:00am - 2:00pm
Salary: £11,819.29 per annum / £13.25 per hour (not pro rata)
Contract:
Permanent Term Time Only
Start:
April 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4

DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay .

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4

DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join !

About the Role

At Red Moor School, every role matters - and every member of staff helps change the lives of our young people. Our pupils thrive when the environment around them is calm, clean, safe and consistent - and our kitchen team plays a vital role in making that happen.

We're looking for a Kitchen Assistant with a strong Kitchen Porter focus who takes pride in their work, brings reliability and care to everything they do, and is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming and high-quality kitchen environment for pupils and staff every single day. Your work may be behind the scenes - but its impact is felt across the whole school.

• Value teamwork, routine and purpose in your work
• Bring a calm, steady presence - even in a busy kitchen
• Understand that the right environment helps children feel safe and ready to learn

We want to hear from you.

Being a Kitchen Assistant at Red Moor is far more than washing dishes - you are part of the team that ensures pupils receive nutritious meals in an environment that reflects the care we show in everything we do. You'll help maintain a kitchen that is clean, organised and safe - supporting the daily rhythm of the whole school.

You will:

• Wash dishes, trays, utensils and kitchen equipment to a consistently high standard
• Maintain cleanliness across worktops, appliances, storage areas and floors
• Assist with unpacking and storing food and equipment deliveries safely
• Manage waste appropriately and empty bins regularly
• Support the School Chef by keeping all areas organised and running smoothly
• Complete daily and weekly cleaning routines
• Help with simple setup and clear-down at break and lunchtime
• Follow hygiene, food safety and health & safety procedures at all times

Every day is a little different - because the kitchen supports the whole school community. That's what makes the role both purposeful and valued.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who:

• Brings a calm, steady and positive approach - even during busy periods
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised environment
• Works well as part of a supportive team and is happy to help wherever needed
• Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships with adults and young people
• Is reliable, consistent and able to follow procedures carefully
• Is comfortable lifting, carrying and being on their feet throughout the day
• Ideally has kitchen or cleaning experience (training can be provided)
• Level 2 Food hygiene (desirable but not essential)

If you take pride in doing things properly, keeping standards high and contributing to something meaningful - you'll thrive here.

About Red Moor School

Red Moor is a nurturing, specialist school for pupils aged 5-18 with SEMH needs and barriers to learning. Many of our young people arrive having found school overwhelming or unsuccessful in the past - our job is to show them a different experience.

We believe: "The curriculum should be the servant of the child." - Sir Barry Carpenter (2024)
This philosophy shapes our relationships, our environment, and every aspect of school life - including the way we care for our buildings and grounds.

Red Moor is part of Acorn Education, within Outcomes First Group, giving you both the closeness of a supportive school team and the opportunities of a national organisation.

We're proud that Outcomes First Group is officially a Great Place to Work.

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