General Assistant (52 Weeks Maternity Cover)

Baxterstorey; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank

Birthday leave

Enhanced maternity leave

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox

Cycle to work

Job summary

Baxterstorey is hiring a General Assistant on a 52-week maternity cover basis at Knottingley, near Wakefield. Shifts are Monday to Friday, 5pm–9:30pm, totaling 22.5 hours weekly. The role is described as part-time with potential move to full-time after the contract.

Own transport is essential due to shift times and location. Salary is £13.21 per hour with a strong focus on delivering exceptional cafe/hospitality service and supporting customers with a warm, friendly approach.

Job description

General Assistant (52 Weeks Maternity Cover)

Title: General Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Location: TJX Wakefield (Knottingley)

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
• Plus your birthday off
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carerleave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift, during your official break time (if allocated)
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Do you speak the language of coffee with passion, love and energy? Do you deliver joy and exemplary service with every cup? We believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, and we’re looking for a General Assistant

who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.

At BaxterStorey, we believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a

General Assistantwho thrives on delivering extraordinary experiences and loves to be part of a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Additional Information

Monday until Friday, 5pm - 9.30pm - 22.5 hours per week

This position will be to cover maternity leave and will be for 52 weeks with the possibility of moving to full time at the end of the contract.

Own transport essential due to shift times and location.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

General Assistant (52 Weeks Maternity Cover)

Company: Baxterstorey

Salary: £13.20 to £13.20 an hour

Hours: Part-time

Location: Knottingley

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 4 Nov 2026

Closing date: 4 Dec 2026

Summary

Company Description

Title: General Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Location: TJX Wakefield (Knottingley)

Salary: £13.21 ph

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carerleave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift, during your official break time (if allocated)
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Do you speak the language of coffee with passion, love and energy? Do you deliver joy and exemplary service with every cup? We believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, and we’re looking for a General Assistant

who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.

At BaxterStorey, we believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a

General Assistantwho thrives on delivering extraordinary experiences and loves to be part of a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Additional Information

Monday until Friday, 5pm - 9.30pm - 22.5 hours per week

This position will be to cover maternity leave and will be for 52 weeks with the possibility of moving to full time at the end of the contract.

Own transport essential due to shift times and location.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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