Catering Assistant (maternity leave cover)

East Midlands Education Trust; Torpoint; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a friendly and popular school as a Catering Assistant, covering maternity leave. This part-time role offers a chance to work in a supportive environment where you'll assist in meal preparation and service. Enjoy the benefits of a local government pension scheme and employee assistance programs. Ideal for those looking to contribute to a positive school atmosphere while developing their skills in catering. If you're adaptable and reliable, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cyclescheme

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is desirable but not essential.
• Full training will be provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Adaptability

Reliability

Initiative

Education

No formal qualification required

Job description

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Catering Assistant (maternity leave cover)

Reference: MAY20257570

Expiry date: 11:00, Sun, 11th May 2025

Location: John Flamsteed Community School

Benefits: All employees:- Local Government / Teachers Pension Scheme Permanent, contracted employees:- SAS Employee Assistance Programme- Cyclescheme

15 hours per week, Part-time fixed term contract

We are looking to recruit an adaptable and reliable catering assistant to join our existing team to cover maternity leave to commence as soon as possible until February 2026. You should be able to use your own initiative and although experience would be desirable, full training will be given if needed.

This role will cover Monday to Friday from 10:30am - 1:30pm.

We are a growing, aspirational, friendly and popular school located in a very pleasant semi-rural area. We have a lovely open site with an extremely pleasant atmosphere. Most often praised by visitors is the smart appearance and excellent behaviour of our students.

On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position. Please note no CVs are accepted.

If you would like further information and require an informal conversation or visit, please telephone or email our school office via 01332 880260 or [e-mail]

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon 11th May 2025.

Interviews to be held on week commencing 12th May 2025.