Kitchen Porter

<h2>🔧 <strong>Maintenance Worker - Temporary Role (1 Month Minimum)</strong></h2><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> 16th February</p><p><strong>Pay Rate:</strong> £12.50 per hour</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> School Site Tonbridge </p><p>We are looking for a reliable and hardworking <strong>Maintenance Worker</strong> to join our school team on a temporary basis for a minimum of <strong>1 month</strong>, starting <strong>16th February</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in keeping environments safe, clean, and well‑maintained.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Ensuring the <strong>safety and cleanliness</strong> of the school premises.</li><li>Maintaining the <strong>school grounds</strong> to a high standard of presentation and safety.</li><li>Performing basic repairs and upkeep tasks as required.</li><li><strong>Locking up</strong> the site at the end of the day and ensuring all buildings are secure.</li><li>Supporting the wider facilities team with general maintenance tasks.</li></ul><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><ul><li>Practical, hands‑on, and proactive.</li><li>Reliable with good attention to detail.</li><li>Able to work independently and manage your time effectively.</li><li>Experience in a maintenance or handyman role is beneficial but not essential.</li></ul><h3><strong>What We Offer</strong></h3><ul><li>£12.50 per hour, paid weekly.</li><li>Supportive working environment.</li><li>Opportunity to gain experience in a school facilities setting.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Maintenance Worker

<h2><strong>Catering Assistant - Sittingbourne School</strong></h2><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £12.21 per hour</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> School hours, Monday-Friday</p><p><strong>Contract:</strong> Term-time only</p><p><strong>Location: Sittingbourne</strong>, Kent</p><p><strong>DBS:</strong> Enhanced DBS required</p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>We are looking for a reliable, friendly, and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our busy school catering team. This is a great opportunity to work within a supportive school environment and enjoy a good work-life balance with term-time hours.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Assisting with the preparation of school meals</li><li>Serving food to pupils and staff in a polite and efficient manner</li><li>Helping maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas</li><li>Washing up and general cleaning duties</li><li>Following food hygiene and safety standards at all times</li><li>Supporting the Catering Manager and wider kitchen team as needed</li></ul><h3><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul><li>Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is helpful but not essential</li><li>A positive attitude and willingness to learn</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team</li><li>Good communication and organisation skills</li><li>Reliability and a strong work ethic</li><li><strong>Enhanced DBS check</strong> (or willingness to obtain one)</li></ul><h3><strong>What We Offer</strong></h3><ul><li>Competitive hourly rate of <strong>£12.21</strong></li><li>Family-friendly <strong>school hours</strong></li><li>Term-time working - enjoy holidays off</li><li>Supportive and welcoming school community</li><li>Training provided</li></ul><h3><strong>How to Apply</strong></h3><p>If you're enthusiastic, dependable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Catering Assistant

<h2><strong>Kitchen Assistant - Maidstone School</strong></h2><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £12.21 per hour</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> School hours, Monday-Friday</p><p><strong>Contract:</strong> Term-time only</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Maidstone, Kent</p><p><strong>DBS:</strong> Enhanced DBS required</p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>We are looking for a reliable, friendly, and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our busy school catering team. This is a great opportunity to work within a supportive school environment and enjoy a good work-life balance with term-time hours.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Assisting with the preparation of school meals</li><li>Serving food to pupils and staff in a polite and efficient manner</li><li>Helping maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas</li><li>Washing up and general cleaning duties</li><li>Following food hygiene and safety standards at all times</li><li>Supporting the Catering Manager and wider kitchen team as needed</li></ul><h3><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul><li>Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is helpful but not essential</li><li>A positive attitude and willingness to learn</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team</li><li>Good communication and organisation skills</li><li>Reliability and a strong work ethic</li><li><strong>Enhanced DBS check</strong> (or willingness to obtain one)</li></ul><h3><strong>What We Offer</strong></h3><ul><li>Competitive hourly rate of <strong>£12.21</strong></li><li>Family-friendly <strong>school hours</strong></li><li>Term-time working - enjoy holidays off</li><li>Supportive and welcoming school community</li><li>Training provided</li></ul><h3><strong>How to Apply</strong></h3><p>If you're enthusiastic, dependable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Kitchen Assistant

<p><strong>Place of Work:</strong> <em>Independent Special School</em>, Sevenoaks, TN13 1SR</p><p><strong>Hours of Work:</strong> 20 hours / 44.6 weeks per year (Term Time Only)</p><p>3pm - 7pm, Monday-Friday</p><p><strong>Accountable to:</strong> Head of Estates &amp; Facilities</p><p><strong>Direct Reports:</strong> N/A</p><hr /><h3><strong>About the School</strong></h3><p>This is a challenging but rewarding environment where dedicated staff help rebuild lives through education. Teaching respect, encouraging responsibility, building relationships, and developing resilience in students are central aspects of the role. Staff who are committed, dynamic, and resourceful find the work fulfilling.</p><p>The school is currently on an exciting journey toward being registered as a therapeutic community and welcomes staff who support this ethos.</p><hr /><h3><strong>Main Purpose of the Role</strong></h3><p>The post holder will assist in providing day‑to‑day cleaning and basic maintenance services to ensure the smooth running of the school's operations.</p><p>The role requires an understanding of both the educational and practical needs of the school, the ability to work to tight deadlines, and the capacity to operate under demanding conditions. Health and Safety practices and safe systems of work must always be followed.</p><hr /><h3><strong>Main Duties and Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Ensure all designated areas-including classrooms, corridors, toilets, and communal spaces-are clean, tidy, and well‑maintained</li><li>Carry out basic maintenance and minor repairs (e.g., replacing light bulbs, minor painting, basic plumbing tasks)</li><li>Support the Head of Estates &amp; Facilities with regular health and safety checks, and report hazards promptly</li><li>Use cleaning materials and equipment safely and store them securely</li><li>Refill consumables such as soap, hand towels, and toilet paper</li><li>Assist with setting up rooms for events or meetings when required</li><li>Follow all school policies, including safeguarding and health &amp; safety regulations</li><li>Support site security by ensuring windows and doors are secured as directed</li><li>Carry out general swimming pool maintenance, including water quality checks and backwashing</li><li>Conduct regular fire alarm tests</li><li>Perform any other duties as directed by the Head of Estates &amp; Facilities</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>Safeguarding</strong></h3><ul><li>Undertake relevant safeguarding training and keep knowledge updated</li><li>Be familiar with safeguarding procedures and escalation routes</li><li>Ensure safeguarding practices align with <em>Keeping Children Safe in Education</em> guidance</li><li>Promote best‑practice safeguarding in all interactions with students</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>Health and Safety</strong></h3><ul><li>Always work safely and hygienically, following all Health &amp; Safety and Safeguarding policies</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>Partnership Working</strong></h3><ul><li>Build and maintain positive working relationships across the school</li><li>Support and contribute to joint initiatives as required</li><li>Develop links between the department and the wider school community</li><li>Celebrate and share successes with students, colleagues, and parents/carers</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>Equality and Diversity</strong></h3><ul><li>Promote equality regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation</li><li>Support individuals in expressing their uniqueness in all aspects of life</li></ul><hr /><h3><strong>General</strong></h3><ul><li>Act as an ambassador for the school when representing it at events or meetings</li><li>Engage in continuing professional development</li><li>Uphold the school's values and ethos</li><li>Undertake any duties reasonably required by the line manager</li><li>Follow all school policies, especially those related to safeguarding, confidentiality, and health &amp; safety</li><li>Attend regular supervision with the line manager</li><li>Participate in team meetings as required</li><li>Complete any relevant training identified</li><li>Maintain professional standards at all times</li><li>Carry out any additional tasks requested by the line manager or Senior Management Team</li></ul><p> </p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

Maintenance Assistant/Cleaner

<h2><strong>Kitchen Porter - School in Sevenoaks | DBS Required</strong></h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Sevenoaks</p><p><strong>Position:</strong> Kitchen Porter</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> School hours (term‑time) or as required</p><p><strong>DBS Check:</strong> <em>Enhanced DBS required</em></p><p><strong>Pay:</strong> Competitive</p><p>We are seeking a reliable and hardworking <strong>Kitchen Porter</strong> to join a busy school kitchen in Sevenoaks. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is committed to maintaining excellent hygiene standards.</p><h3><strong>🔹 Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Supporting the kitchen team with cleaning and basic food prep</li><li>Washing pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment</li><li>Keeping work areas clean, safe, and organised</li><li>Helping with deliveries and storing food correctly</li><li>Following all food hygiene and health &amp; safety procedures</li></ul><h3><strong>🔹 About You</strong></h3><ul><li>Hardworking and reliable</li><li>Able to work efficiently under pressure</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Friendly and able to work well as part of a team</li><li><strong>Enhanced DBS certificate required</strong> (or willing to obtain one)</li></ul><h3><strong>🔹 What We Offer</strong></h3><ul><li>A supportive school environment</li><li>Regular, ongoing work</li><li>Training where needed</li><li>Term‑time schedule</li><li>Competitive pay</li></ul><p> </p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

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