Catering Assistant

The kitchen team take pride in the delivery of fresh and appetising food for both 
pupils and staff, and work to high standards following Health and Safety protocols 
at all times. These roles would suit somebody with a flexible and energetic 
approach who enjoys working as part of a committed and supportive team. 
 
Working hours are 10 hours per week (12noon to 2pm) term time only  
+ 5 Staff Development Days + 5 cleaning days. Equipment, training and induction 
will be provided and a Level 2 qualification in Food Safety is preferred. 
 
Abbey Court caters for pupils aged 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, and is 
currently located on 2 Strood sites; Nursery, Primary and secondary (Cliffe Road) 
and Further Education (Rede Court Road). Facilities include an on-site school farm. 
 
Due to the conditions and complex needs of the pupils at Abbey Court School, continuity 
and consistency of support is paramount and therefore candidates for all positions will 
need to commit to the full working hours of the post. 
 
We are fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at Abbey Court School. 
All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal 
records and barring check, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other 
vetting checks. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and 
procedures which encourage and promote safe working practices across the school. On 
joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain 
safe working practice, and safeguard our children and young people.