CATERING ASSISTANT - 2 DAYS PER WEEK

Lancashire County Council; Helmshore; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a hardworking and committed individual to join the in-house catering team at Haslingden High School & Sixth Form. The role requires enthusiasm for teamwork and a high standard of work, with DBS clearance and safeguarding responsibilities emphasised.

The post holder will work 11am–3pm on Mondays and Tuesdays, totalling eight hours per week, contributing to a supportive school environment and positive student experience.

Qualifications

• DBS clearance required
• Commitment to safeguarding children
• Eligibility to work in the UK must be confirmed
• Team player with a positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Join the in-house catering team at Haslingden High School & Sixth Form.
• Work 11:00–15:00 on Mondays and Tuesdays (8 hours per week).
• Deliver high‑quality catering services to students and staff.
• Support the school community with a friendly, empathetic approach.

Job description

Location Haslingden High School And Sixth Form, Broadway, Haslingden, Rossendale, BB4 4EY (1547 on roll).

Tel: [phone].

School website: haslingdenhigh.com/ Summary We are currently seeking to appoint a hardworking, committed and enthusiastic individual to work within our in-house catering team. We are looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and prides themselves on a high standard of work. A sense of humour, a smile and empathy for young people and colleagues are all essential characteristics needed to be successful in this post. If this sounds like you, we look forward to reading your application.

The post holder will be required to work 11am - 3pm Mondays and Tuesdays, 8 hours per week.

Haslingden High School & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and takes its statutory duties and responsibilities in this context very seriously. We fully expect everyone working in or on behalf of the school to share our commitment. As such, this post is subject to satisfactory DBS clearance and references.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

For an informal discussion please contact: Kath Scott 01706 215726.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.