Catering Assistant

1 day ago

Westbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Chapmanslade CofE Primary School Full time

Chapmanslade CofE Primary School is looking for a Catering Assistant to join its dedicated and friendly team to provide support with kitchen preparation and stock handling, starting in January 2026.

Contract: Fixed Term (until 17th July Working Hours: Part time (10 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 38 weeks per year, no Teacher Training days).

We are a small and convivial primary school with Christianity at our heart. Situated in the charming village of Chapmanslade, Wiltshire, our school is an inclusive place where every member of our school community shows love to their neighbour by demonstrating compassion, service, courage and trust. Our staff recognise all pupils as individuals, celebrating their strengths and differences, and supporting our young learners to achieve their full potential, experience personal successes and thrive in all that they do. In March 2023, were proud to be confirmed as a 'good' school by Ofsted and recently joined Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to improve local education, collaborate with schools and draw on collective experience.

Reporting to the Executive Chef Manager, the successful candidate will be organised and consistent, with a good practical aptitude and must be able to observe health and safety regulations. Experience is preferred, although training will be provided by our expert team.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds a Level 2 food hygiene certificate (desirable but not essential);
  • Has a good understanding of food handling, preparation and hygiene;
  • Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work with a variety of pupils and staff, and build good relationships;
  • Has excellent practical and organisational skills;
  • Is self-motivated dedicated and consistent, and takes pride in their work;
  • Has the ability to deal with new challenging situations;
  • Is a strong team player who can use their own initiative;
  • Is aware of health and safety requirements;
  • Can thrive working in a busy environment;
  • Has a positive and flexible attitude.

We can offer the successful candidate:

  • An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
  • A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
  • Opportunities for training and progression;
  • The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
  • A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

For information about this role, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack. If you have any additional questions, please contact our school admin office on:

Closing Date: Friday 19th December 2025 at 12pm

Interview Date: TBC

Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.

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