Line Cook / Teaching Assistant
Hours: 37 Hours per week / 38 Weeks per year ( Subject to change to include August working)
Salary: £18,463 Actual (£22,245 FTE)
Do you want to join our expanding catering department and support the team in making a positive impact to students education
We are delighted to offer this exciting new role in our onsite refectory.
As a line cook/teaching assistant you will play a key part in supporting the Bistro service leader in the running of the college refectory. You will assist with the production of food and support with the teaching of the Level 1 -3 Programmes to students creating a realistic working environment to help students understand the Catering world. You will:
• Lead on cooking duties linked to the college refectory. Including Planning, preparing and initiating the menu.
• Support the delivery of the culinary teaching programmes.
• Create a real working environment through the effective and efficient running of the college refectory.
• Support the curriculum team in the completion of activities that ensure the kitchen runs smoothly in line with the required standards of a working kitchen in both the training and refectory kitchen areas.
About Newbury College and University Centre Newbury
We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.
What we offer
Financial Benefits:
• Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Local Government Pension Scheme
Health and Wellness:
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
• On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20
• Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
Professional Development:
• Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
• Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement
Work-Life Balance:
• Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life
Campus Amenities and Discounts:
• Free onsite parking
• Access to a corporate discount scheme
• Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
• Good value food and drink at the Street Café
• Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)
Criteria
Essential criteria:
• Level 2 qualification in subject area including cookery
• Coaching and mentoring qualifications or willing to work towards
• Experience of working in an educational setting
If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact in Catering we would love to hear from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the set closing date if we receive a good level of applicants. To avoid disappointment, we would advise that you complete your application in full, rather than saving and returning to complete at a later date.
Safer Recruitment
At Newbury College we are committed to following Safer Recruitment Guidelines
• Pre – Recruitment Process: Candidates will be subject to an online search. Applications must be completed in full with a complete employment history (With any gaps reasoned) and qualifications listed. Incomplete applications will not be submitted for shortlisting.
• Interview Stage: Candidates will be required to provide Right to Work documentation and an overseas check/Code of conduct certificate (if applicable), any convictions must be declared and consent to obtain a DBS Certificate and PLR Record will be requested .
• Successful Candidates: A share code will be required for Non-British citizens and further documents may be needed. A barred list check will be carried out. We also require a minimum of 2 references and an Enhanced DBS chec
Our college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We value and embrace diversity, recognising the contribution individuals from different backgrounds can bring to our organisation. We are ‘Disability Confident Committed’ and expect all our employees to share this commitment. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all appointments are subject to satisfactory clearances including enhanced DBS checks.