Sources and limitations
- This page relies on the published requirements of your school, summarised below with links. Where they differ from this summary, theirs apply.
- There is no national hours total, so there is no tracker on this page.
CPD & Professional Development Calculator
EnglandSchool support staff (NJC)Pay points from 1/4/2026
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Guide for School Catering Assistant
This guide summarises the CPD and revalidation framework that typically applies to School Catering Assistant at Schools. Rules change; use official sources on the calculator for definitive requirements.
What applies to School Catering Assistant?
As School Catering Assistant at Schools, continuing professional development is usually governed by Department for Education / Teaching Regulation Agency (England). The summary below is taken from published guidance for Teachers' CPD (England). Always confirm current rules on the regulator's website and with your employer.
Key requirements for School Catering Assistant
Qualified teachers must meet the Teachers' Standards; schools must provide induction for early career teachers (ECT) in England under the statutory early career teacher entitlement (typically two years, with mentor support and a structured programme). Beyond induction, CPD is largely school- or trust-led: performance management, subject development, safeguarding updates and national initiatives. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own arrangements for teacher induction and professional learning.
What to use on this page
The calculator shows the framework that typically applies to School Catering Assistant, bullet points from official sources, and links to read the full rules. Where numeric targets exist, you can track hours locally in your browser. Employer mandatory training, appraisal, professional body membership and any second registration sit alongside these requirements.
Example scenario
School CPD for School Catering Assistant: set by your school or trust, with no national hours target.
| Role (example) | School Catering Assistant |
|---|---|
| Framework (example) | Teachers' CPD (England) |
| On this page | Role-specific guidance, official links |
Frequently asked questions
Do the Teachers' Standards apply to me?
No. They are for teachers. Your school or trust sets your training through appraisal.
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About this role
What is a School Catering Assistant?
A School Catering Assistant prepares and serves school meals. Pay is usually NJC support staff or a catering contractor rate. Our calculator uses the school support spine as an illustrative public-sector baseline.
Typical demands, progression and balance
Catering roles support pupil nutrition and the school day; term-time contracts are common.
What CPD or revalidation applies to me?
Use the guidance and official links above to see what your regulator or employer expects for continuing professional development. Keep records and reflection as they require; confirm any hour targets on the regulator’s current website.
Disclaimer
This page summarises publicly described CPD and revalidation requirements for awareness only. It is not legal, regulatory or fitness-to-practise advice. Rules change; always confirm with your regulator, professional body and employer.