Catering Assistant

South Downs College is a mixed, non-denominational further education college in Hampshire serving students from the age of 16 and above. The college, located in Waterlooville has approximately 4,500 full time students attending every year.

South Downs College was established in 1974. It has plans to merge with Havant Sixth Form Centre to form a partnership in summer 2017. Facilities include a fitness centre, theatre, training restaurant, hair and beauty training salon and sensory room.

Principal

Mike Gaston

Values and vision

South Downs College wants all students to feel welcome and respected, regardless of their differences in age, disability, gender, religion of belief, race or sexual orientation. The college promotes equality and an inclusive learning environment. Students are nurtured to have the confidence and skills to achieve to the best of their ability and succeed to a high standard. Community is important to the college and it works to teach students the importance of becoming an active citizen. A Student Union is run by and for students to help enhance their college life. Incentives by the Student Union include the Learner Voice, where skills in leadership and teamwork are practiced. Extra-curricular activities are also organised to enhance students interests and skills. South Downs College wants students to have as many future opportunities as possible after leaving and has an active Careers and Employability team to help provide personalised support for individuals. 

Ofsted

“The overall effectiveness of provision is outstanding. South Downs is a highly effective college. Learners’ success rates are high and have consistently improved over the past three years.” 

View South Downs College’s latest Ofsted report