School Catering Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking two part-time Catering Assistants for a high school in Wirral. This term-time-only position involves assisting in the preparation and service of school lunches. Applicants should have catering experience, knowledge of food hygiene, and a commitment to promoting children's welfare. The role offers a friendly school environment and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Friendly school environment

Ongoing training in food safety and hygiene

Stable permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or kitchen assistant role (school or similar environment preferred).
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety procedures.
• A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and service of school lunches.

Skills

Catering experience

Knowledge of food hygiene

Team player

Reliability

Job description

Overview

Part-Time Catering Assistant
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Wirral
Contract: Part-time, Term Time Only
Duration: Permanent

Tradewind Recruitment are working on behalf of a High School on the Wirral to recruit two reliable and hardworking Catering Assistants to join their in-house catering team. This is a part-time, term-time-only position, ideal for someone who takes pride in food service, has a positive attitude, and is committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and quality in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and service of school lunches

Qualifications / Requirements

• Experience in a catering or kitchen assistant role (school or similar environment preferred)
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety procedures
• A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Hours of Work

• 12.5 hours per week, Term Time Only (38 weeks/year)
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 11.00am - 1.30pm
• Wednesday: 10.30am - 1.00pm

We Offer

• A friendly and supportive school environment
• A stable and secure permanent role within the school community
• Opportunities for ongoing training in food safety and hygiene
• A valued role where you contribute to students' daily school experience

Why Work Through Tradewind?

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• Access to exclusive CPD through The National College
• Over 700 5-star Google reviews - Liverpool's top-rated education agency
• A dedicated consultant with experience supporting school support staff
• Strong partnerships with Wirral schools - more local opportunities

How to Apply

To express interest or request more information, please click 'apply now' or send your CV and a short cover letter to (url removed) as soon as possible.

Closing Date: Monday 29th September 2025 at 09:00

Pensby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.