Catering Assistant- Maple Court Academy part of Alpha Academies Trust

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

A local academy in Hempstalls is seeking a Catering Assistant to ensure efficient food service operations and high customer service standards. Candidates must possess strong communication skills in English. The position is part-time, offering a salary between £2885 and £2930 annually. Join our dedicated team and contribute to a nurturing educational environment.

Benefits

Good pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to converse at ease with staff and students in spoken English.
• Experience in catering or food service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the efficient running of the catering operation.
• Ensure high levels of food and customer service.

Skills

Food service skills

Customer service

Ability to speak English confidently

Job description

Executive Principal: Mrs L Brammer | Required: As Soon As Possible | Catering Assistant | Level 2 | 5 hours Per week | actual Salary (£2885-£2930) per year | Permanent.

The Governors of Maple Court Academy are looking to appoint a Catering assistant to assist with the efficient running of an economic catering operation. Ensure the highest levels of food and customer service in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Academy.

The ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students in accurate spoken English is essential for the post, therefore postholders must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.

Our Academy is a happy and exciting place to be with lots of opportunities. The children are at the heart of everything that we do and the values in our Academy reflect this. We believe that all children have the right to learn in a safe, stimulating, and caring environment that is supportive of learning and the development of the whole child. To create this environment, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners. Do you want to be a part of this success? If you do, we would love to receive your application.

Our Purpose

At Maple Court Academy our purpose is that we are committed to "Encouraging and nurturing the aspirations of all pupils to achieve their dreams." Maple Court live by five values:

• Moral – Be Kind / Be Positive / Be Respectful
• Adaptable – Learn from mistakes / Try new things / Be fair.
• Proud – I am proud of me / I am proud of you.
• Learners – Work hard / Challenge I / Join in
• Enthusiastic – I have shown enthusiasm.

Why Maple Court?

Maple Court Academy is an inclusive Primary school in the Bentilee area of Stoke-on-Trent. It has bespoke facilities that support our exciting curriculum. Recent investment has delivered extensive and stimulating new outdoor play and learning areas. The academy has also recently benefited from a significant investment in digital infrastructure.

At Maple Court, we create an environment based upon trust and respect that is a safe, secure, and happy place for children to learn, grow and develop.

Every member of staff in our academy is fully committed to ensuring that all children work hard, are well supported, make good progress across the curriculum and develop a core sense of morality. As a result, Maple Academy is an exciting, fun and fulfilling place to work.

The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central Team.

Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority.

The Benefits of Working for Our Trust

The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 24.2%, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals, and a Cyclescheme. Annual leave entitlement starts from 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services to ensure that our staff are looked after and supported.

Alpha Academies are committed to staff development, and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.

For all successful applicants, the Alpha Academies Trust will support with the option to further your career by progressing or swapping to become an associate teacher on the appropriate pathway to teaching. This can be discussed at interview or at any time during your employment with Alpha.

We’re Disability Confident!

Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at [e-mail] to discuss.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes.

How to Apply

We want people who are prepared to make a difference to a child’s life and inspire others.

We want a community that thrives on Ambition, Respect and belonging.

If you have these qualities and want to be part of our team, please come and join us. To apply, simply click on the Apply Now button located at the top of this page, directing you to the Alpha Academies Trust vacancy portal.

If you're already registered, please log in to submit your application. New users can register using the sign-up option and proceed to submit your application. Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our HR/Recruitment Team by email at [e-mail].

Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.

Closing Date for this Post

Monday 17th November 2025 at 9:00am

Interview Date

To be confirmed.