Catering Assistant (at HCAT Sutton Park Primary School)

Hull Collaborative Academy Trust; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 7,400 - 9,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension schemes

Term-time contracts

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing day

Flexible working options

Professional development

Job summary

Hull Collaborative Academy Trust (HCAT) Sutton Park Primary School is seeking a Catering Assistant to join the school kitchen. The role is 12.5 hours per week across 5 days, term-time with 195 days, and a permanent contract.

The position is on NJC Scale Point 3 (£7,433.52 actual annual salary). You will assist with food preparation, counter service, and general cleaning under the Cook and Catering Supervisor, within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar environment.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ideally experience in food handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation.
• Counter service to pupils and staff.
• General cleaning duties in the kitchen.

Skills

Teamwork

Food handling experience

Job description

1x Catering Assistant vacancy at HCAT Sutton Park Primary School

12.5hrs per week, across 5 days

NJC Scale Point 3 (£7,433.52 actual annual salary)

Term-time, plus 5 training days (195 days)

Permanent contract

The HCAT Catering Team are currently seeking to appoint 1x Catering Assistant to work 12.5 hours per week within ourschool kitchen at HCAT Sutton Park Primary School.

The successful applicant should have previous experience within a similar environment, be able to work effectively as part of a team and ideally have food handling experience.

Youwill be required to assist with food preparation,counter service, general cleaning duties and any other requirements requested by the Cook and Catering Supervisor.

Hull Collaborative Academy Trust (HCAT)

Colleagues will benefit from being part of The Hull Collaborative Multi-Academy Trust (HCAT) where there are significant opportunities for further progression as well as generous employee benefits and favourable pay and conditions. As a member of HCAT we offer:

• A chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives, helping pupils overcome challenges and reach their potential.
• Daily opportunities to inspire, mentor, and guide children and young people.
• A family-like atmosphere where staff, pupils, and families work together in a supportive community.
• A shared purpose in shaping the future through learning and character development.
• Access to generous pension schemes through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Term-time only contracts available for many roles, supporting work-life balance, family life and reducing childcare needs.
• Employee discounts on retail, leisure, and travel through trust partnerships.
• A cycle to work scheme that promotes health and saves on commuting costs.
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme offering support for mental health, legal, and financial matters.
• A dedicated wellbeing day to focus on personal rest and rejuvenation.
• Mental Health Champions across the trust promoting a positive and inclusive culture.
• Flexible working options depending on role and school needs.
• An opportunity to be part of a collaborative trust and work alongside outstanding teachers and professionals.
• The chance to work with staff who are passionate about helping every child become the best they can be.
• Bespoke, high-quality professional development tailored to all career stages.
• Opportunities to contribute to curriculum innovation and excellence across the trust

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

HCAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, online checks (including social media) may be carried out by the Trust, as part of our shortlisting process.