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Job Title: Catering Assistant
Location: Napier School, Farnborough, GU14 6EF
Hours: 22.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 9.00am - 1.30pm
Salary: £15,210.00 per annum (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 (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, 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 #teamOFG!
About the Role
As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play a key role in creating a warm, safe, and enjoyable lunchtime experience for our pupils. You’ll support the preparation, cooking, and serving of healthy meals, ensuring dietary needs are met and that every child feels comfortable and supported during mealtimes.
Working as part of a friendly and supportive kitchen team, you’ll help keep everything running smoothly- maintaining excellent hygiene standards, following food safety regulations, and contributing to a calm, welcoming dining environment.
You’ll also interact with pupils daily, offering encouragement and gentle guidance while helping uphold the school’s expectations around behaviour, wellbeing, and respect.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the preparation, cooking, and serving of meals, including special dietary requirements
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the kitchen, equipment, and dining areas
* Assist with clearing, washing up, and cleaning after meal service
* Provide cover during staff absences to ensure continuity of service
* Monitor food supplies, report shortages, and record changes to meal numbers
* Follow all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations at all times
* Support lunchtime supervision to ensure pupils are safe, calm, and supported
* Share relevant behaviour observations with teaching staff to promote a positive school environment
What We’re Looking For
* A team player with a positive, can-do attitude
* Someone who takes pride in cleanliness, organisation, and high standards
* Confidence communicating in English with pupils, staff, and visitors
* A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and the values of the school
* Willingness to attend training and team meetings as required
About Us
Napier School is a brand-new independent specialist primary school in Farnborough, Hampshire, supporting pupils aged 5–11 with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs. In a nurturing and inclusive environment, pupils receive personalised educational and therapeutic support tailored to their individual needs. Our broad and engaging curriculum develops academic skills, independence, social understanding, and emotional wellbeing. Napier School empowers every child to build confidence, thrive, and achieve their full potential.
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:
o Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
o Hundreds of UK and international discounts
o Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
o Critical illness cover
o Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.
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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