Catering Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Chipping Ongar; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Chipping Ongar is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their friendly team. The role involves providing meals to students and maintaining a positive and safe environment. No prior experience is needed as full training will be given. The ideal candidate should possess a positive attitude and team spirit, contributing to a nurturing atmosphere for children's learning. This is a permanent role with a schedule of Monday to Friday, 10am to 2pm, totaling 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• No experience needed; full training provided.
• Ability to work well with others and contribute positively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing nutritious meals to students.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team spirit

Job description

About the role

We’re hiring a Catering Assistant! Join our small, friendly team who keep everyone well‑fed so we can stay focused and make this an amazing place to learn and thrive! If you love working with people and want to make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you! No experience needed – full training provided. Positive attitude and team spirit are what matter most.

Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 10am – 2pm. 20 hours per week, term time plus inset days. Permanent.

How to Apply

To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Ongar Primary School. Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application. Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to [e-mail].

What the school offers its staff

Ongar Primary is a busy, thriving and nurturing primary school. Learning is fun, stimulating and enriching. All that we do is based on our three rights: Respect, Safety and Learning. We are proud of the positive relationships in our school community and work together to help every child be a confident, resilient, and happy lifelong learner. We need another team member with that little bit of sparkle to help our children thrive and flourish. Visits are actively encouraged and warmly welcomed.

Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of high‑quality learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high‑quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community‑ and school‑led improvement approach and long‑term sustainable strategy. The Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.