Kitchen Assistant/Porter (Ratton School - South Downs Learning Trust)

Hours of work: 17.5
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Fixed term until: 31/08/2027

Closing date: 12 noon Tuesday 24 November 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Ratton School,
Park Avenue,
Eastbourne,
BN21 2XR

Phone: 01323 504011
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ratton.co.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

The Kitchen Assistant/Porter plays a vital supporting role within our school’s catering team, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen through high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and organisation.

The role focuses primarily on maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic working environment across our kitchen and dining areas. Responsibilities include washing up, sweeping and mopping floors, managing waste, restocking and moving kitchen supplies, and keeping all catering and food preparation areas clean, tidy and well-organised. You will also support the team in maintaining our high food hygiene standards and ensuring that all health and safety procedures are followed.

While the main focus is on cleaning and portering duties, there may occasionally be opportunities to assist with basic food preparation, food service and hospitality activities under the direction of the catering team. Flexibility and a willingness to support colleagues where needed will be important.

As part of a school environment, you will also play a role in supporting the safety and welfare of our pupils, demonstrating an awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and maintaining appropriate professional standards at all times.

This role would suit someone who is reliable, hardworking and proactive, with a positive, team-focused approach. You will take pride in your work, have good attention to detail and enjoy contributing behind the scenes to create a clean, safe and welcoming dining environment for our pupils and staff.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Grade: Single Status Grade 3, point 7 (£25,614 gross) pro rata
Actual Salary: £10,332.00 gross per annum = £861 gross per month.
Hours: 17.5 hours per week to be worked 10.30am-2.30pm (Mon to Fri) with a 30-minute unpaid break daily.
Contract: Fixed term initially to August 2027, term time only + cleaning days

IMPORTANT DATES AND HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please submit a completed application form (CVs will not be accepted).
If you download the application form from our Vacancies page at Vacancies | Ratton , please email your completed form to: Mrs Hayden, Trust Executive Assistant at [email protected]

Closing Date: 12noon Tuesday 24 November 2026
Interview Date: Friday 27 November 2026
Start Date: 5 January 2027 / As soon as possible

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to review applications as they are received and may close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.