Location: Porthcawl Area
Start Date: September 2026
Monday to Friday | 9:45am – 2:45pm | Term Time Only
✨ Looking for a rewarding role within a school setting?
✨ Do you enjoy working as part of a friendly catering team?
✨ Want consistent weekday hours and school holidays off?
We are currently recruiting a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to support school catering teams across the Porthcawl area starting in September.
The successful candidate will assist in the preparation, presentation, and service of school meals while helping to maintain a safe and clean environment for pupils and staff. Please note this role will require a DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to get one.
✅ What We’re Looking For:
Previous catering or kitchen experience preferred
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (training can be provided if required)
A positive and professional attitude
Ability to work well as part of a team
Understanding of kitchen hygiene and Health & Safety standards
Reliable and punctual approach to work
Main Responsibilities:
Assisting with food preparation and presentation
Serving meals to pupils and staff
Maintaining cleanliness within the kitchen and dining areas
Supporting kitchen hygiene and Health & Safety procedures
Receiving and storing deliveries and supplies
Laying out dining tables and chairs
Operating an electronic till
Supporting the Catering Manager and Assistant Cook as required
What You’ll Get in Return:
Consistent term-time working hours
Supportive consultant team available throughout your placement
Weekly pay via PAYE
Opportunities for ongoing work
Friendly and welcoming school environments
Ready to start your next role in September?
APPLY NOW to join our school catering team in the Porthcawl area.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Salary description
£14.25 - £14.25 per hour