Catering Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education trust is looking for a dedicated Catering Assistant to support Bury-based schools. The role involves preparing nutritious meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring high standards of food presentation. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. This is a part-time, term-time only position with a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Local Government Pension scheme contribution

Continuous professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Able to work within a team and flexible in approach.
• Strong organisational skills and effective under pressure.
• Good communication skills to relate well with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils.
• Set up dining areas and support school events.
• Ensure high food presentation and allergen awareness.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchens and equipment.
• Work across multiple schools in Bury.

Skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Communication

Self-initiative

Physical stamina

Job description

Post Title: Catering Assistant
Responsible to: Kitchen Manager
Location: Bury based schools
Salary: Grade 1 SCP 2-3 £24,413-£24,796 Full time equivalent.
Actual salary will depend upon hours worked.

Term of Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Term Time Only
Hours per week: Part Time between 10 and 22 hours per week
Closing date: 1st February 2026

We are currently seeking Catering Assistants to support our Bury-based schools. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi‑academy trust.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple: to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values

• One of Hope – Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together.
• One of Courage – As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we have the courage to do what is right, to make decisions that ensure our communities thrive, to be brave in our actions and to support the most vulnerable.
• One of Innovation – Together, we pursue new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work, preparing our children and young people for the world that awaits them.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and cozinha staff.
• Set up dining areas and support school hospitality events.
• Ensure high standards of food presentation and allergen awareness.
• Keep kitchens and equipment spotless.
• Keep a flexible and enthusiastic attitude, working across Bury schools as support is needed most.

Qualifications & Personal Attributes

• Ability to work within a team with a flexible approach.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good communication skills and ability to relate well with others.
• Self‑initiative and ability to work independently.
• Capacity to stand for long periods, lift trays and work in a hot environment.
• Willingness and ability to work at different schools within Bury.

What We Offer

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff.
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to continuous, personalised professional development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team.
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution.
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable Même).

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio‑economic background禽. We welcome applicants from all communities.

To apply, use the standard application form on our website; CVs, agencies and external links are not accepted. The Trust reserves the right to extend or close an advertised role early, subject to the number of applications received.

The post is covered byleague Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All Gond appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including suitability to work with children. All information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with confidentially in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.

Applications will only be considered from individual applicants via our website. Shortlisting and interview dates are to be confirmed. We will accept supporting documents in PDF or Word format only.