catering assistant

Required start date – January 2025

8.75 hours per week, £28,221.00  FTE (£5,867.35 aCTUAL sALARY) term time only 

Shirley High School is a proud multicultural school with an established reputation of integrity and excellence. Our school is at the heart of a vibrant and diverse community, with over 1000 students benefiting from our fabulous site and leafy surroundings. Along with our clear values and ethos, this helps to create a positive learning environment for both students and staff. We also benefit from excellent transport links to London and the surrounding areas plus an onsite gym and ample free parking.

We have high expectations in all we do and believe that all our students can be the best in the world at whatever they decide to pursue through their hard work, determination, leadership and compassion. We strive for excellence through our broad curriculum and our wide range of extra-curricular opportunities whilst also ensuring that both students and staff are developed both in and out of the classroom. 

 We are currently looking for a part time Catering Assistant to join the school on a term time only (39 weeks per year) basis in January 2026.

 We are looking for someone who:

• Has catering experience relevant to the position;
• Can carry out all aspects of the role to a high standard; 
• Has the ability to work effectively in a team;
•  Can demonstrate their ability to work using their initiative;
• Is able to work effectively to deadlines and produce high-quality results;
• Demonstrates excellent organisational and planning skills.

 We offer excellent working conditions with key benefits that include:

• Cycle to Work scheme;
•  Significant departmental investment;
• Staff Mentoring
•  Staff car park on site
• Fitness Suite
• A strong focus on the professional development of all staff within our school;
• A staff wellbeing programme.

 Should you genuinely believe you have the skills to perform this role to the highest possible standards and are truly passionate about joining us on our journey then we would be delighted to hear from you.  Please contact us to arrange a tour of the school or speak with the Principal.

 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. More information can be downloaded from our website www.shirley.croydon.sch.uk