Job Introduction
An opportunity has arisen at Sutton-on-Sea Community Primary School for a Catering Assistant to join our wonderful community and start as soon as possible.
Do you want to make a difference to our fabulous children? Do you want to join a forward facing team striving to make a very special place for our children and community? Will you feel a sense of pride in supporting with providing freshly prepared and nutritious meals?
We believe everyone can achieve. If you believe you belong in this culture of high expectations and support, please come along and take a look at our fantastic school and meet our team and of course the children.
Term time only: Yes plus 1 week (39 weeks in total)
Salary grade: G1 scale point 2-3
Salary details: £23,555 - £23,656 FTE (salary will be pro-rata)
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part-time 15 hours per week. 10.30am – 1.30pm Monday to Friday
Our Vision
To ensure every child is safe, resilient and achieves their potential by creating an environment in which everyone is challenged and supported to be the best version of themselves. We believe everyone can achieve.
Purpose of the role
We are seeking to appoint a pro-active, enthusiastic and dedicated Catering Assistant to join our team. The post consists of 15 hours per week for 39 weeks per year (term time, plus the equivalent of 1 weeks in holidays for relevant training).
The successful applicant will assist our Cook in preparing and cooking food, as well as serving meals to our children. The role will also involve general kitchen duties such as pot washing and cleaning as directed by the Cook.
Experience in a similar role and a basic food hygiene certificate will be an advantage however training will be provided.
Other information
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, please contact our school office on 01507 441319.
Application forms and full job description are available on the school website www.suttononseaprimary.co.uk. Please send completed application forms by email to admin@sutton.lincs.sch.uk.
Closing date: Monday 7th July 2025.
Interviews to be held: Wednesday 16th July 2025.
References will be sought prior to interview.
Sutton-on-Sea Community Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. Applicants may be subject to an online presence check. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
