Cook

Bedlington Academy; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in England is seeking a Cook to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards in food service and must possess excellent communication and organisational skills. The role requires flexibility and the ability to work independently while contributing to a vibrant learning community. This is a full-time, term-time only position with benefits including a pension scheme and employee wellbeing supports.

Benefits

National Terms and Conditions of Employment

Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing

Lifestyle Savings - range of discounts

Discounted gym membership

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Responsibilities

• Join a dedicated team as a Catering Assistant.
• Deliver high-quality food service.
• Support students and staff wellbeing.

Skills

Exceptional standards in food service

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Flexible working approach

Job description

Cook

Job Summary

Contract Type: Term-time only (Permanent)

Working Pattern: Full time - term time plus specified days

Advert Start Date: 06/11/2025

Advert End Date: 20/11/2025 12:00

Salary: Grade 4 SCP 12-17 £28,598 - £31,022 per annum FTE Actual Salary £25,348 - £27,496 per annum

Job Category: Catering / Cleaning

Vacancy ID: 288351

Employment Location: Bedlington

Closing date: 20 Nov

Further Information

Bedlington Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and is seeking to appoint a Catering Assistant to join our dedicated team.

Bedlington Academy is a caring, friendly and inclusive school that is driven by a clear focus on learning and a desire to develop high aspirations in our students. Bedlington Academy is a loyal and close-knit community school where individuality is valued and where tolerance, acceptance and inclusiveness run deep.

Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experiences excellence every day.

We are committed to:

• A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students
• A positive and caring ethos
• An excellent learning environment and resources
• A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued

We will offer you:

• National Terms and Conditions of Employment
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing
• Lifestyle Savings - range of discounts from top retail brands
• Discounted gym membership
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal

The successful candidate will require:

• Exceptional standards in all aspects of food service and attention to detail is vital
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills
• The ability to work independently, without close supervision and as part of a team.
• Flexible in working approach and daily requirement

Safeguarding

The Trust has a Child Safeguarding policy and procedure in place and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students, each student's welfare is of paramount importance to us and you are expected to share this commitment. All staff will fully comply with the Trust's policies and procedures, attend appropriate training, inform the Designated Person of any concerns and record any potential safeguarding incidents appropriately.

How to apply:

Application packs can be downloaded from our website.

Application forms should be returned to [e-mail] or by post to Kelly Saunders, Support Services Manager, Bedlington Academy, Palace Road, Bedlington, NE22 7DS. You can, if you wish, submit a covering letter to support your application; please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" and the Trust's Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.

Supporting documents

• Bedlington Academy Cook.pdf (566.66 KB)
• NELT APPLICATION FORM - Support.docx.docx (234.33 KB)
• NELT info pack October 2025.pdf (1.93 MB)
• Privacy Notice Workforce.pdf (198.89 KB)
• Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.pdf (144.01 KB)
• NELT brochure 2025.pdf (564.75 KB)