Catering Assistant

About the job

Key information

Permanent, based at St Gildas Catholic Primary School

8.75 Hours per week, Monday – Friday, 11.45am – 1.30pm, Term time only

Grade 16, Point 2 – £12.65 per hour (pay award pending)

Start date: ASAP

What will I be doing?

Birchfield Community Primary School are looking to appoint a Catering Assistant based at St Gilda’s Catholic Primary School. The successful candidate will report to the Catering Manager and will support provision of the school’s external catering service. Main duties will include:

• Assist in the setting up of school dinner arrangements
• Serving meals in line with agreed procedures, ensuring correct portion control and maintaining counter presentation
• Washing and clearing away after meal service times
•  Comply with relevant health and safety legislation in the performance of all duties

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Previous experience in a catering environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided to the successful applicant.

DBS check

DBS check required

Supporting documents and information

The 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 posts are subject to relevant employment checks and criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.

For further information please download a recruitment pack and application form from the school website  or telephone or e-mail for further assistance.

If you would like an informal chat about the post please contact the school office on 01935 427609.

Closing date: Midday Friday 8 May 2026

Interview date: w/c Monday 11 May 2026

Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

Apply on the Birchfield Community Primary School website