Catering Assistant    

Fixed term contract until July 2026

Term time only – 15 hours - 11.30am to 2.30pm (Monday - Friday)

Required to start as soon as possible

Salary – Grade 2 – Fixed spine point 3 – FTE salary £24,796 – Actual salary £9,009 per annum

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour

Ambition through Challenge

Strength through Diversity

Ninestiles, an Academy are looking to appoint a highly motivated Catering Assistant to assist the Catering Team in the provision of efficient and effective catering support of the school site.  The kitchen is a busy operation offering a food service to over 1450 learners, 150 colleagues and visitors to the School. The team is comprised of Chefs and General Catering Assistants who are responsible for delivering high quality food from scratch providing breakfast, lunch and buffets.

The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate that they have previous experience in a  catering environment.  Other essential skill sets involve the ability to be able to work flexibly and prioritise workload, work calmly under pressure and uphold a professional, friendly manner at all times. It is desirable for candidates have a Level 2 Award in Food Safety or equivalent qualification.

Purpose of Role:    

·         To work as part of a team in a busy canteen environment. 

·         Support the Catering Manager with deliveries which will involve some heavy lifting and tracking of inventory. 

·         Promote the importance of great customer service to all.

About our Academy

Ninestiles, an Academy, is proud to be recognised as the TES Inclusive School of the Year 2025, celebrating our commitment to creating a welcoming, diverse, and high-achieving environment for all learners.

Following our most recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were praised for taking effective action to maintain the high standards previously identified, reaffirming our status as a ‘Good’ school. Inspectors highlighted that our learners thrive both socially and academically, showing genuine respect for others’ differences—a reflection of our inclusive ethos and high aspirations.

Our pastoral care is a cornerstone of our success, with highly effective support systems and a staff team that holds consistently high expectations for every learner. At Ninestiles, we focus on securing strong academic outcomes and on preparing learners to become active, responsible citizens.

Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed by our collaborative leadership team and colleagues across Summit Learning Trust to offer breadth and balance. Learners benefit from a wide range of subjects at Key Stage 3, laying the foundation for informed choices at Key Stage 4, where options are tailored to their interests and abilities.

Beyond the classroom, our vibrant enrichment programme is a real strength of the school. With over 70 clubs and activities—including sport, music, art, drama, and debating—students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop new skills.

Join us at Ninestiles and be part of a school where inclusion, ambition, and opportunity go hand in hand. 

Why Join Summit Learning Trust? 

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.

The closing date is 4pm on Monday 26 January 2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will take place shortly after the closing date.

To Apply 

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.  Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact hr.enquiries@summitlearningtrust.org.uk.