Job Description

Job Type: Catering Assistant

Contract period: Permanent

Days per week: 4 days

Hours of work: 11.45-2pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - 9 hours per week - term time only

Start date: asap (subject to completion of pre-employment checks)

Grade: Grade 2, Spinal column point 3

Salary: 24, 796 pro rata - Term-time only

We are looking for a committed, caring and well-motivated person to join our successful and friendly school as a Catering Assistant.

The post involves:

Assisting in the preparation and serving of food and beverages Following food hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen in accordance with health and safety, food hygiene and COSHH regulations. Operate kitchen equipment following training Undertake cleaning and washing up as directed in the kitchen and dining areas. Setting up and clearing away dining tables and chairs.
The successful candidate will:

Be enthusiastic, caring and well-motivated Demonstrate versatility, tact, commitment and the ability to use initiative Be able to work as part of a team Be flexible to the needs of the school and the children Be able to maintain strict confidentiality Make a positive contribution to our school community and work as part of a team Be willing to undertake appropriate training
This is an ideal opportunity for you to play an important part in the life of this friendly and caring school.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

West Hoathly CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and satisfactory references. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. In line with KCSiE 2023 we may conduct an online search on any prospective candidate including their social media profiles.

Closing date: noon on Monday 05 January 2026

Expected date for interviews: Wednesday 07 January 2026

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 24,796.00 per year

Expected hours: 9 per week

Work Location: In person