Catering Assistant - Orchard Lea Infant School, Fareham - Ed Catering 621238 (E)

Shared Services Partnership; Fareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in education catering seeks a Catering Assistant to join their team at Orchard Lea Infant School in Fareham. This role offers term-time hours, comprehensive training, and opportunities for progression in a supportive environment. Ideal for those who enjoy teamwork and thrive in a busy setting.

Benefits

Term time only positions

Uniform provided

Full training and opportunities for progression

Minimum 24 days annual leave during school holidays plus bank holidays

Interest-free travel loans and discounts

Employee Support Services

Family-friendly policies

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Ability to cope in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve healthy school meals.
• Work during term time and school hours.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to work in a busy environment

Job description

Job Details:

Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour

Work Location: Orchard Lea Infant School, Fareham

Hours per week: 10.00 - Monday – Friday

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only

Closing Date: 1st June 2025

Are you looking for a term-time only job?

Join our team!

We are seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our busy team in preparing and serving freshly made, healthy, and nutritious school meals. Our Catering Assistants work during term time, during school hours.

This is a rewarding role, and we provide comprehensive training to help you succeed. There are plenty of opportunities to learn and progress.

You should enjoy working as part of a team. Serving lunch on time is crucial, so the ability to cope in a busy environment is essential.

Experience in a catering environment is advantageous but not necessary.

Why work for us?

Education Catering is a forward-thinking, solution-focused service. With our term-time contracts, we offer excellent work-life balance, a commitment to training and development, and a friendly, supportive environment. For more information, visit our 'Work with us' page at Hampshire County Council.

Benefits include:

• Term time only positions
• Uniform provided
• Full training and opportunities for progression
• Minimum 24 days annual leave during school holidays plus bank holidays
• Interest-free travel loans and discounts
• Employee Support Services
• Family-friendly policies
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Additional Information:

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.

Vetting Requirements:

This role is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As part of pre-employment checks, you will complete a confidential Post Offer Medical Questionnaire, screened by our Occupational Health Department to ensure fitness for the role.

Contact for Informal Discussion:

For more information or to discuss the role before applying, please contact Emma McGlennon, District Manager, at #.

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All employees, workers, and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.

We promote equal opportunity and are a Disability Confident Employer, ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.