Catering Assistant (Term Time) - EAY11227

East Ayrshire Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

East Ayrshire Council is seeking part-time food preparation assistants for various establishments. The role involves preparing meals in line with community objectives and requires PVG membership for work with vulnerable groups. These positions are temporary and term-time, offering flexible hours across different locations.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusivity promotion

Disability Confident employer

Qualifications

• Membership in the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is required.
• References from previous employers must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily food preparation for various meal plans.
• Follow national Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Job description

Job Description

Assist in the daily preparation of food for a variety of meal plans at various establishments across East Ayrshire to support the promotion, delivery, and integration of the Council's key objectives, including the Community Plan, Shared Commitments, Single Outcome Agreement, and Best Value.

Requirements

The duties involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants will need to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member regarding Regulated Work with these groups or be subject to a PVG Scheme Record Update before a formal employment offer is made. PVG records are regularly updated, and any relevant information will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment.

Responsibilities

We adhere to national Safer Recruitment guidelines. During your application, you should provide details of at least two relevant references, including one from your current or most recent employer, which must be from an appropriate senior manager. Please add [e-mail] to your safe sender list to ensure you receive all related emails.

Additional Information

These are temporary, part-time, term-time posts. The details are as follows:

1. Bellsbank Family Centre: 12.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 12:15 PM - 2:45 PM
2. St Patricks Primary School: 12.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
3. New Cumnock Primary School: 20 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The hourly rate is £12.96. These posts are until 30th April 2026. East Ayrshire Council promotes diversity and inclusivity and encourages applications from all community members, including underrepresented groups. We are a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador. For further information, contact [e-mail].