Catering Assistant

Highgate Primary Academy; Goldthorpe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Highgate Primary School is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our team. The role is 20 hours per week on a permanent, part-time contract, with duties including meal preparation, serving, and maintaining kitchen hygiene.

The pro rata salary is £12,054 to £12,243 per year, depending on hours and experience, with training provided. This role sits within Astrea Academy Trust's supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable individual with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Commitment to maintaining excellent hygiene and safety standards.
• Previous catering experience is desirable but not essential - training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals to pupils and staff.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in the kitchen.
• Support with cleaning duties, including washing up and keeping the kitchen tidy.
• Work collaboratively with the catering team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Team player

Reliability

Hygiene standards

Follow instructions

Friendly attitude

Job description

Catering Assistant - Highgate Primary School

Hours: 20 per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Pro Rata £12,054 - £12,243

About Highgate Primary School
Highgate Primary is a welcoming and inclusive school committed to providing a positive learning environment for all pupils. We pride ourselves on fostering a strong sense of community and ensuring that every child has access to healthy, nutritious meals that support their wellbeing and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals to pupils and staff.


• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in the kitchen.


• Support with cleaning duties, including washing up and keeping the kitchen tidy.


• Work collaboratively with the catering team to ensure smooth daily operations.

What We're Looking For

• A friendly, reliable individual with a positive attitude.


• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.


• Commitment to maintaining excellent hygiene and safety standards.


• Previous catering experience is desirable but not essential - training will be provided.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive school environment with a strong community ethos.


• Permanent, part-time role offering work-life balance.


• Opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' daily experience.

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is 30th October 2026. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.

Flexible Interview Dates:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window. Apply today to avoid disappointment and become a part of our mission to create a positive impact!