The role of Kitchen Porter is an essential link in ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen operation. Working to tight timescales whilst being flexible and understanding of school activities, the role requires a team player but also someone that can work with all catering team members in a harmonious and co-operative manner to maintain a good working and professional atmosphere.

The main responsibilities are to assist in the kitchen with deliveries, washing up and general cleanliness, to carry out all work in an industrious manner so that work is completed in a timely manner and to ensure the job responsibilities are carried out in line with Bancroft’s standards. This role reports to the Sous-Chefs / Head Chef.

The working hours for this role are Term Time (34 weeks) plus 5.4 weeks (27 days) during school holidays, 40 hours per week on a shift rota namely, 07:00 – 15:30, 08:00 – 16:30 and 09:00 – 17:30 with half an hour unpaid lunch.

We offer a generous benefits package, including a competitive salary, and have a commitment to supporting ongoing professional development for all of our staff.

Bancroft’s School creates a happy learning environment, where bright children are challenged and supported to become the best versions of themselves. Bancroft’s is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

The closing date for applications is Friday 3rd October 2025 at 10am and interviews will take place from Wednesday 8th October 2025 to Friday 10th October 2025. Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview early applicants should a suitable candidate apply.

Bancroft’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants are required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Bancroft’s may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their applications.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Bancroft’s is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.