Deputy Catering Manager

• 37 Hours Per Week

• Up to £25,693.00 to £27,363.00 pa

• Free on-site parking

• Closing Date: 28/02/2025

Deputy Catering Manager

Full time, permanent contract, term time.

Hours: 37hrs per week, Mon-Thur 8.00am-4.30pm, Fri 8.30am-1.30pm

Salary: Between £24,354.00 p.a. and £26,195.00 p.a. depending on demonstrable skills and experience.

Contributory Pension Scheme (subject to scheme rules)

Free on-site parking.

Free meal (lunch) subject to work pattern.

Farney Close is a mixed independent residential special school for children aged 9 -18 who are in receipt of an (EHCP) because they experience a range of special needs including social, emotional and mental health needs. Specific Learning Difficulties such as Autistic Spectrum Conditions, ADHD, Dyslexia or a range of cognitive and processing needs.

Situated on the A272 and the A23 intersection at Bolney, West Sussex, the school has an established and very successful reputation, achieving numerous outstanding and good Ofsted inspection judgements for educational and care provisions over the last decade.

The successful candidate will be a strong team player, hold relevant and up to date Catering Qualifications and have experience of working in an environment similar to ours.

Responsible to the Catering Manager you will be part of a small Catering Team providing quality food to the young people and staff in our school. In the absence of the Catering Manager you will be required to take on their duties and confidently lead the team.

Knowledge and experience of working with pupils with SEMH, ASC, SpLD, MLD and Trauma and Attachment are desirable.

Candidates are invited to apply for this role by completing our Employment Application Form which can be found on our website, www.farneyclose.co.uk or by contacting HR at vacancies@farneyclose.co.uk.

This role is subject to receipt of two good employment references, one of which must be from your current employer, health clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Applicants invited to attend interview will be subject to online checks. They will also be required to complete a self-disclosure form and be provided with information about the filtering of criminal offences.

Salary point is dependent on skills, demonstrable experience and qualifications.

You are welcome to visit us prior to submission of your application. Please contact Steve de Souza, Head of Care to arrange this on stevedesouza@farneyclose.co.uk.

You are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible as there may be occasions where we will close a vacancy and interview once sufficient applications have been received.

Position open from January 2025

Farney Close is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and communicates a clear framework to employees. Safeguarding is a key aspect of every role and all staff must have read and be fully aware of the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

Farney Close School is an equal opportunities employer.