Kitchen Assistant Who we are: The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children. We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work. We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws. We have come a long way but it is not good enough. There is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen. What we can offer you: Auto-enrolled pension scheme Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits (cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, shopping discounts etc) Healthcare Cash Plan Life Assurance A portfolio of salary sacrifice and other flexible benefits at reduced costs Access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme & a Headspace App We are passionate about supporting autistic people into work, and particularly welcome applications from autistic people. We help autistic people from all backgrounds and strive to represent the same diversity in our staff and volunteers. We particularly encourage applications from people from all minority groups, who are currently under-represented in our workforce. Together, we can create a society that works for autistic people. Who we are looking for We are looking for an experienced and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Helen Allison school. Key Responsibilities: To prepare and deliver meals and assist in the kitchen as required To carry out all cleaning duties as required Where you will be working: Helen Allison School Hours of work: You will work 30 hours a week, 8.30am to 2.30pm Monday to Friday, term time only. How to apply: To apply for this role please click the Apply button below. When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role. To view the job description please click here. This is a permanent contract. Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism. The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. Please click here to view the safeguarding policy and please click here to view the policy and procedure for employment of ex-offenders.