Kitchen Porter
New Barn School
West Sussex
- £13,600 - £13,697 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- Per annum
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 01 March 2026
- Apply by:
- 28 February 2026
Job overview
New Barn School is a special educational needs school, NAS accredited with an Ofsted rated 'Good' that caters for academically able autistic students with associated difficulties, including ADHD and complex needs. The majority of students will have either of Statement of Special Educational Needs or an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Our dedicated staff are committed to creating a learning culture that enables the best possible outcomes for our pupils.
We are currently seeking a Kitchen Porter to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in catering within a school setting.
Position: Kitchen Porter
Location: New Barn School, United Kingdom
Position Type: Other Support Positions
Experience Required: No previous experience required
Job Overview:
As a Kitchen Porter at New Barn School, you will play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards within our kitchen area. You will assist the Chef by ensuring all kitchen equipment and utensils are cleaned promptly and efficiently, helping us provide healthy meals for our students.
Skills and Qualifications:
- No previous experience necessary; full training will be provided
- Ability to work as part of a team effectively
- Good communication skills with colleagues and supervisors
- Basic understanding of health and safety practices (training provided)
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods and perform manual tasks such as lifting or moving kitchen equipment
Values and Attitudes:
- A positive attitude towards learning new skills and taking on responsibilities
- Reliability and punctuality with strong time management skills
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
- Willingness to follow instructions carefully while working under supervision
- Respectful approach when interacting with staff, students, and visitors
If you are enthusiastic about joining our dedicated support team at New Barn School, we encourage you to apply. This position offers valuable experience within an educational environment alongside opportunities for personal development.
Recruiter contact:
About New Barn School
New Barn School is part of Treehouse Educare Ltd., which consists of our school and two children’s homes. We are registered for children aged 7 - 19 and currently have 80 children on roll with development plans in place to exceed to 120. New Barn School has been awarded Autism Accreditation by The National Autistic Society, the UK’s leading charity for people on the autism spectrum and their families.
Newbarn School is a special school that caters for students with high-functioning autism and associated difficulties. All of our pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
New Barn School is a purpose-built facility with the interior designed by architects experienced in creating spaces for people on the autism spectrum. The modern building enables us to offer a broad, balanced, engaging and challenging curriculum that will provide the greatest opportunities for successful outcomes for our students.
The main building, which extends across two floors, incorporates six classrooms as well as a science room, food technology room, ICT suite, art studio, hall, intervention room, 1:1 room, first-aid room, kitchen, dining room and offices. There is also a sports hall and a separate building for vocational skills (including a music room).
We have been open since January 2017 and have received our OFSTED inspection which rated us a GOOD school in 2022. We are proud of our pupils and all that they achieve on a regular basis at Newbarn and we are excited for the future success we will experience.
We have dedicated and well-trained staff who are supported by an excellent senior leadership team and together with pupils, parents and families, aim to provide exceptional outcomes for young people.
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