Catering Assistant – Ysgol T. Llew Jones Primary School

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Cardigan; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave

Learning and development

Job summary

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council is recruiting a Catering Assistant at Ysgol T. Llew Jones Primary School in Cardigan. The role covers day-to-day kitchen duties, cleaning, and upholding food safety standards in a friendly school setting.

The successful candidate will have catering experience and adapt to busy kitchen environments, with a pro-rata salary of £25,614 for 5 hours. Benefits include generous annual leave and a contributory pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience/knowledge of working within a catering environment.
• Adaptability to a school kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• General kitchen duties including washing up of equipment and utensils and the cleaning of all areas and surrounds.
• Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness in all areas of the kitchen at all times.
• Ensuring observance of Food Safety and Environmental Health standards.

Skills

Catering environment experience

Adaptability

Job description

Catering Assistant – Ysgol T. Llew Jones Primary SchoolClosing date: 10/11/2026Reference: REQ10695016.5 hours / Fixed-Term25,614 *Cardigan*All salary values are pro-rata.About the roleWe are looking to recruit a catering assistant to join our catering team in Ysgol T. Llew Jones Primary School on a permanent basis.You will be expected to manage the school kitchen on a day-to day basis, according to the standards laid down by Ceredigion County Council.The role includes:general kitchen duties including washing up of equipment and utensils and the cleaning of all areas and surroundsmaintaining the highest standards of cleanliness in all areas of the kitchen at all timesensuring observance of Food Safety and Environmental Health standardsWe are looking to recruit an individual with:experience/knowledge of working within a catering environmentadaptabilityIn exchange for your skills and commitment, we will offer you a range of employee benefits including competitive annual leave allowance and a generous pension contribution scheme.More information about our wide range of employee benefits can be found here.In addition, we are committed to developing our people and will not only provide support to enable you to quickly and confidently take ownership of this role’s key areas of responsibility but in addition, we are committed to supporting your development in order that you can progress your career with us.Job Description and Person SpecificationTeam Ceredigion Information PackShould you require any further information about this role please contact: Mandy Jones 07789985538 or Rhian Evans 07794627915.Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.What we offerWork-life balanceLifestyle savings schemeGenerous employer pension schemeCycle to work schemeLearning and developmentWhere you'll workSchools and CultureWe offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in EducationAdditional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational PsychologyPupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil VoiceEducation Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy supportSchool AdmissionsCulture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; MuseumInfrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; GrantsCatering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff trainingCardiganCardigan is the historic gateway into Ceredigion from the south west.