Catering Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Nailsea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Nailsea is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to support its in-house catering team. The role requires flexible working during school term time, with responsibilities including operating tills and cleaning. No formal experience necessary, and training towards a Food Hygiene certificate will be funded by the school. Staff benefits include reduced leisure centre membership and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Reduced leisure centre membership

Cycle to work scheme

Staff assistance programme

Professional development opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Level 2 certificate in Food Hygiene, which the school will fund.

Responsibilities

• Support the general running of catering operations.
• Undertake general tasks within the department.

Job description

Overview

Catering Assistant - Part time, 17.5 hours a week (10:30 - 14:30), Term Time Only, plus 3 INSET days; Fixed Term to July 2026. Grade 14 - £24,404-£25,183 Full Time Equivalent; Pro-rata starting salary of £9,783 P.A. Nailsea School is looking for a Catering Assistant to join its in-house catering team. This is a part-time position, to support the general running of the catering operations, working flexibly across the team as required, undertaking general tasks associated within the department, such as operating tills, clearing/cleaning, washing up, restocking display cabinets etc.

Responsibilities

• Support the general running of catering operations and work flexibly across the team as required.
• Undertake general tasks within the department, such as operating tills, clearing/ cleaning, washing up, restocking display cabinets, etc.

Qualifications and requirements

• No formal previous experience required, though desirable.
• All catering team members are expected to achieve Level 2 certificate in Food Hygiene, which the school will fund.
• A uniform will be provided, along with any necessary training.

What we can offer

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
• A staff assistance programme with CareFirst providing a 24/7 free helpline or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

Normal working hours will be 10:30am to 2:30pm during school term time (includes 30 minutes unpaid lunch break), although some flexibility on working times may be required at times to fulfil the role and meet the needs of the school.

Closing date for receipt of all applications is 9am on Monday 6th October 2025. Interview date TBC.