Catering Experience Learning Support Assistant

Axcis Education; London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education in London is seeking a Learning Support Assistant with catering experience for a full-time role at a college in Haringey. The role focuses on supporting students during practical catering sessions and helping them develop practical skills and confidence.

The candidate will work with teaching staff to deliver engaging learning activities, promote a safe and inclusive environment, and encourage independence while safeguarding students in line with school policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or food preparation is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient and proactive approach with students.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students during classroom-based and practical catering sessions.
• Assist students with catering tasks, food preparation, and development of practical skills.
• Support students with additional learning needs and encourage engagement.
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver effective learning activities.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage students to build confidence, independence and employability skills.
• Follow health and safety, food hygiene, and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Catering experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Student support

Job description

Location: Haringey, London

Job Type: Full-time

Sector: Further Education / College

Position: Learning Support Assistant with Catering Experience

About the Role

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant with catering experience to work full-time at a college in Haringey. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a catering background who is passionate about education and supporting students to develop their practical skills, confidence, and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students during classroom-based and practical catering sessions.
• Assist students with catering tasks, food preparation, and the development of practical skills.
• Support students with additional learning needs, encouraging their engagement and participation.
• Work closely with teaching staff to help deliver effective learning activities.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage students to build confidence, independence, and employability skills.
• Follow relevant health and safety, food hygiene, and safeguarding procedures.

Requirements

• Previous catering experience is essential.
• A genuine interest in supporting students with their learning and development.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, supportive, and proactive approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
• Previous experience in an educational setting or supporting students with additional needs would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• A full-time opportunity within a college environment.
• The chance to make a positive difference to students' learning and development.
• An opportunity to use your catering experience to support practical education.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.