Catering Assistant

Embrace Multi Academy Trust; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wider Wallet discounts

Wider Tech and Furniture Scheme

Health and wellbeing support services

Occupational sick pay schemes

Job summary

Rawlins, part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust, is seeking a Catering Assistant to join its dedicated catering team. The role involves dishwashing, assisting with meal prep, and helping in food service in a busy school kitchen. A Basic Food Hygiene qualification is essential, with training offered if needed.

The post is 30 hours per week across 9.00am–3.00pm, Monday to Friday, for 39 weeks each year, with some optional overtime payable. This is a permanent contract in a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Basic Food Hygiene qualification is essential; training will be offered if required.
• Demonstrates high standards and a strong work ethic.
• Enjoys working in a busy school kitchen and with students.

Responsibilities

• Operate dishwasher and wash-up duties.
• Assist in the preparation of meals in a busy school kitchen.
• Support in food service, including use of cashless catering tills.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team player

Health and safety minded

Education

Basic Food Hygiene qualification

Tools

Cashless catering tills

Dishwashing

Job description

**Job Title**: Catering Assistant**Start Date**: ASAP**Salary**: Grade 3, Point 4 (Actual Salary £17,780 per annum)**Contract**: Permanent**Hours**: 30 hours per week (9.00am – 3.00pm Monday to Friday); 39 weeks per yearRawlins is seeking to appoint a Catering Assistant to join our dedicated Catering Team. Duties will include use of dishwasher or washing up, assisting in the preparation of meals in a busy school kitchen and assisting in food service including use of cashless catering tills and maintaining the hygiene of the kitchen. A Basic Food Hygiene qualification is essential and therefore training will be offered, if required. There may be some optional overtime, weekend and evening work which will attract additional payment.At Rawlins, we believe it is dedication, effort and perseverance that turn potential into achievement. For over 300 years, we have been committed to developing young people academically, personally and spiritually, ensuring they are equipped to make the most of every opportunity.**About the Role:**This is an exciting opportunity for someone who:• Demonstrates high standards and a strong work ethic• Builds positive relationships with students and colleagues• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team• Shares our commitment to inclusion, equity and excellence• Will contribute positively to our ethos and wider school community**About Rawlins:**Rawlins is a welcoming and inclusive 11 – 18 Church of England secondary school located in the village of Quorn, Leicestershire and is proud to be part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust. We are a friendly and supportive school where strong relationships with children, families, staff and the wider community are central to everything we do.This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Leicestershire’s largest secondary schools, with about 1600 on roll including more than 300 in our Sixth Form. We are a highly inclusive school having our own Autism and a Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) specialist unit on site alongside our school’s SEND support base. Pupils who attend these units are an integrated part of our school community. We believe that every young person can succeed when supported, challenged and encouraged to give their best each day.There is a strong sense of community in the school, the village of Quorn and the surrounding areas with a committed and aspirational parent support base. Teamwork and making the most of every opportunity is a key feature of school life. We aim to inspire our pupils to find their talents and their passions through a broad and balanced curriculum; to be curious about learning; to relish a challenge and to have both confidence and resilience. Applications are therefore welcomed from well-qualified and highly motivated individuals who are keen to work with remarkable young people providing an exceptional education for all.Our core purpose in helping students and staff to flourish is summed up in our vision and values:Our vision to ***Act Wisely and Make the Most of Every Opportunity (Colossians 4:5)***, and our shared commitment to **Work Hard, Be Kind and Belong**Through **Developing Trust | Inspiring Hope | Building Success | Shaping the Future**Inspired by Christian values and rooted in our commitment to educating the whole person, we encourage every member of our community to grow in wisdom, character and achievement. Our core values of **compassion, wisdom** **and endurance** shape every aspect of school life.Beyond the classroom, students benefit from a rich programme of sporting, creative, cultural and leadership opportunities that help them develop confidence, resilience and a sense of responsibility to others.**What Success Looks Like:**• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school• Support excellent standards of behaviour and conduct• Promote inclusion, belonging and opportunity for all• Uphold and contribute to the values and ethos of Rawlins**Help Children Flourish:**At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, our mission is simple: to ensure every child flourishes and experiences life in all its fullness. We believe exceptional people create exceptional opportunities for children. Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a thriving and supportive organisation. Inspired by our values of respect, wisdom, integrity, collaboration, compassion and inclusivity, we work together to ensure every child receives the best possible education.**Why Join Embrace?**When you join Embrace Multi Academy Trust, you become part of a family of schools working together to ensure pupils and colleagues flourish. We are committed to supporting our people through every stage of their career.Professional Growth• Extensive CPD opportunities• Apprenticeship opportunities• Access to National College resources• Leadership development pathways• Opportunities to collaborate across ten schoolsWellbeing and Benefits• Employee Assistance Programme• Flexible working opportunities where possible• Cycle to Work Scheme• Wider Wallet discounts and Wider Tech and Furniture Scheme• Health and wellbeing support services• Occupational sick pay schemes**A Workforce Where Everyone Belongs:**At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, we believe diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the experiences of the children and communities we serve.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, faiths, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities and life experiences.Because some roles and parts of our workforce are currently underrepresented, we particularly welcome applications from:• Men applying for classroom support and administration roles• People from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities**We Value Potential:**You may not meet every single criterion in the person specification, but if you believe you have the skills, values, experience or potential to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.**Interested?****Closing Date**: **Friday 02 October 2026 at 0900hrs****Interview Date**: **During w/c Monday 12 October 2026**Applications will only be accepted on the Trust application form. CVs will not be accepted. References will be obtained prior to interview.We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.### AttachmentsPrivacy Notice - Job ApplicantRecruitment of Ex Offenders 2025Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy 25~26Staff Code of Conduct & Staff HandbookLetter to Applicants\\_Catering Assistant\\_September 2026JD&PS\\_Catering Assistant\\_September 2026### Safeguarding Statement:Embrace Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, enhanced DBS checks and barred list checks will be undertaken for all successful applicants prior to appointment and all shortlisted applicants will be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.Additionally, applicants are to be aware that an overseas criminal record check, or certificate of good behaviour, will be required before appointment, from candidates who have lived overseas for a period of 3 months (including aggregated time) over the age of 16 in the previous 10 years.We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.