Catering Assistant

St Peter's CofE Academy; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site meals

Free car parking

Occupational health

CPD programme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

St Peter’s CofE Academy in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a dedicated school kitchen assistant for 15 hours per week during term time. The role focuses on supporting the kitchen team, communicating clearly with staff and pupils, and maintaining a safe, friendly environment around lunch times.

Experience in an educational setting is preferred but not essential; full training will be provided. Applicants must be punctual, reliable and able to work flexibly with occasional overtime to cover training or

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational environment preferred but not required.
• Clear communication with staff and students is essential.
• Health and safety knowledge in kitchen helpful; full training provided.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Warm nature

Communication

Confidentiality

Punctuality

Team player

Job description

Previous experience in an educational environment is preferred but not a requirement, however, the ability to communicate easily with staff and students is essential. Knowledge of health and safety in the kitchen would be helpful however full training will be provided.

The role is 15 hours per week, term time only. The hours worked will be:

Monday to Friday -11.30am - 2.30pm

During exam periods, the hours are Monday to Friday - 10.30am - 1.30pm

Applicants must be flexible with hours and occasionally overtime hours are available to cover for absence and training.

We are looking for someone with:

• Enthusiasm
• A warm and friendly nature
• Good social and communication skills
• A professional and confidential manner
• To be a committed, punctual and reliable member of the team

Academy Context:

St Peter’s CofE Academy is a mixed 11-16 popular Church of England Academy which puts Christian values, faiths and high standards at the centre of all we do. We serve the whole community of Stoke-on-Trent and welcome students of all faiths and none.

We have a vibrant and exciting learning environment which embodies our core Christian values and the belief that we can enrich every life.

Our July 2026 staff survey graded the school as outstanding. Staff morale, staff wellbeing, staff workload and appreciation of staff achievement and contribution were graded highest across all categories.

We are proud of our staff and student wellbeing focus and we provide a comprehensive staff induction and ECT support programme with a highly commended on-going CPD programme for new and existing staff.

St Peter’s CofE Academy is a well-resourced school with a motivated and enthusiastic student body. The Academy is located in the heart of the city with excellent transport links by road or rail.

Staff Benefits:

• 2 weeks holiday at October half term
• A comprehensive CPD programme for all staff
• Free Car Parking
• Access to occupational health
• Meals available on site for all staff between 8am to 2pm
• Free meals for all staff on Inset days and Open Evening events
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Exceptional leave arrangements for family events
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• A comprehensive EAP (employee assistance programme) with 24 - hour access
• Free fitness suite on site
• Money off membership of Fenton Manor Leisure Centre
• An exceptional staff well-being offer with wellbeing meetings half termly including a Menopause group
• Annual staff wellbeing day following the annual Open Evening with a host of free wellbeing activities for all staff

DBS Checks

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Asylum and Immigration

To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislation you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered.

Informal visits are welcomed, to arrange this, please email Louise James - [e-mail]