Catering Assistant

South Failsworth Community Primary; Failsworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

South Failsworth Community Primary School is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to support meal provision at 11am-2pm, 15 hours per week. Start date is Monday 2 November 2026. The role requires a proactive, team‑minded individual with a commitment to safeguarding and a willingness to attend training.

The school offers a welcoming environment and opportunities for staff development within a busy primary setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well under the direction of the Catering Supervisor.
• Willingness to attend relevant training and staff meetings.
• Promote positive values, attitudes and behaviours.
• Show initiative.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Communication

Safeguarding

Job description

Catering Assistant

Ref: 001714

Salary: £25,711 - £26,427 (full time full year equivalent) | Actual Salary: £8,768 - £9,011 per annum (Grade 1)

Hours: 3 per day, 11am-2pm - 15 per week

Location: South Failsworth Primary School, Paddock Lane, Manchester, M35 0NY

Start Date: Monday2 November 2026

The Governors of this successful and popular primary school would like to appoint a suitable candidate to a Casual Catering Assistant position.

What we are looking for:

South Failsworth's mission statement is 'inspiring and creating lifelong learners' we want someone who is a lifelong learner and someone who strives to be the very best they can be.

The suitable candidate must have:

• The ability to work well under the direction of the Catering Supervisor
• Willingness to attend relevant training and staff meetings
• The ability to promote positive values, attitudes and behaviours
• The ability to show initiative

We want someone who:

• Is passionate about helping children in their school environment
• Is committed to safeguarding children and families
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Works effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrates flexibility and the capacity to adapt to change

We can offer you:

• A warm, welcoming, caring and inclusive ethos
• High quality professional development opportunities
• Excellent partnerships between children, all staff, families, governors and the community

Closing Date: Friday 25 September at 9am.

Interview Date: w/c Monday 28 September

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

Supporting Documents

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