General Assistant

Elior Uk; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 2,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company is looking for a General Assistant to join their team at Avonwood Primary School in Bournemouth. This part-time role, working 20 hours a week during term time, involves supporting operational tasks to ensure a smooth running environment. Responsibilities include cleaning, assisting team members, maintaining supplies, and providing excellent customer service. Employees enjoy perks like free meals, flexibility, career development opportunities, and paid volunteering days.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

Time to unwind with holidays matching the school calendar

Leave for life’s important moments

Paid volunteering days

Career development and learning opportunities

Financial security with pension schemes

Exclusive discounts on entertainment and travel

Responsibilities

• Assist with general cleaning, maintenance, and tidying of the work environment.
• Support team members with various duties as required.
• Help with the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Operate basic machinery or tools safely under supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and company policies.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or visitors.

Skills

Flexibility and willingness to undertake a variety of tasks

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to follow instructions and work independently

Basic knowledge of health and safety practices

Positive attitude and reliability

Job description

Monday - Friday | 20 Hours per week | 10:15am - 14:15pm | Term Time only

Part Time

England, BH7 6NB

£12.21 per annum

Taylor Shaw – Great Food, Bright Futures

At Avonwood Primary School within Taylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children’s Barred List, and two suitable references.

What you’ll be doing…

As a General Assistant, you will provide support across various operational tasks to help ensure smooth daily running of the site or department.

• Assist with general cleaning, maintenance, and tidying of the work environment
• Support team members with various duties as required
• Help with the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment
• Operate basic machinery or tools safely under supervision
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace
• Follow health and safety guidelines and company policies
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or visitors

Working pattern: Monday - Friday | 20 Hours per week | 10:15am - 14:15pm | Term Time only

What can you bring?

• Flexibility and willingness to undertake a variety of tasks
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices
• Positive attitude and reliability

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success. Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals – Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working – including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9‑5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind – Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life’s important moments – whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security – pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts – save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing – we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!