General Assistant – Education & Healthcare Settings

Company: The Berkeley Scott Group
Apply for the General Assistant – Education & Healthcare Settings
Location: Tonbridge
Job Description:

General Assistant – Education & Healthcare Settings (DBS Required)

Location: Tonbridge

Pay Rate: From £12.71 – £14.71 per hour (dependent on experience and client placement)

Job Type: Flexible / Temporary (with potential for permanent opportunities)

About the Role

Berkeley Scott, one of the UK’s leading hospitality recruitment agencies, is seeking reliable and hardworking General Assistants to support a variety of clients across the Education and Healthcare sectors in Tonbridge.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for flexible, weekday work, with the potential to secure long-term or permanent roles in stable environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting with basic food preparation and service
  • Supporting kitchen and catering teams with daily operations
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
  • Washing up and ensuring kitchen and service areas are clean and organised
  • Setting up and clearing dining/service areas
  • Assisting with stock rotation and basic storage tasks
  • Adhering to all food safety and health & safety regulations
  • Working efficiently during busy service periods

Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday (weekends typically off)
  • Shifts available between:
  • Start times: 7am – 9:00am
  • Finish times: 2:00pm – 4:30pm

Requirements

  • Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child Workforce) – essential
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or cleaning role preferred
  • Level 1 or 2 Food Safety Certificate (desirable)
  • Experience in schools, care homes, or contract catering advantageous
  • Strong reliability, organisation, and timekeeping
  • Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay from £12.71
  • Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
  • Weekends off, with optional overtime available
  • Opportunity to work with a respected, nationwide agency
  • Pathways into permanent roles within education and healthcare
  • Refer a friend scheme – earn a £50 Amazon voucher after 10 shifts

Apply Today

If you are a motivated General Assistant looking for flexible, rewarding work in Tonbridge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start working as soon as possible!

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Posted: June 4th, 2026