Catering Assistant

Wellsway School; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Job summary

Wellsway School in Keynsham is seeking a motivated Catering Assistant to join our busy school kitchen team. You will support the delivery of high-quality food service for pupils and staff, helping to prepare, serve and maintain high hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment.

This permanent, part-time role is 20 hours per week, term time only plus inset days. We offer a supportive team, opportunities to develop skills, and eligibility for a Health Cash Plan up to £500 a year.

Qualifications

• Holds (or is willing to work towards) a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Understands excellent hygiene, safety and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality school meals for pupils and staff.
• Help prepare, serve and maintain hygiene standards in a busy school kitchen.

Skills

Energy and enthusiasm

Friendly manner

Ability to follow instructions

Team player

Reliable

Organised

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Wellsway School is seeking a motivated Catering Assistant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a busy, welcoming school community where you will support the delivery of a high-quality food service for pupils and staff.

You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About Wellsway School

Wellsway School is a well-established secondary school in Keynsham with a strong academic tradition and inclusive ethos. It provides students with a high-quality education and a wide range of opportunities to develop their interests, leadership skills, and character.

Wellsway School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

About You

• Brings energy, enthusiasm and pride to their work
• Has a friendly, polite manner and enjoys working with children
• Can follow instructions and work efficiently in a busy environment
• Has a flexible and positive approach, working well as part of a team
• Holds (or is willing to work towards) a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Understands excellent hygiene, safety and presentation
• Is reliable, well-organised and maintains high personal standards

Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Wellsway School, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

Eligible colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

Role information

• This is a permanent role working 20 hours a week, Term Time Only + 3 inset days
• Start date: 01/09/2026
• Closing date: 18/09/2026
• Interviews: To be held shortly after
• PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.

Safeguarding Statement

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children's Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the 'Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

Equal Opportunities

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve