Job Title: Catering Assistant

Contract: Permanent, 16.25 hours per week, 39.6 weeks per year

Salary (FTE): ALT Grade B - £24,413.00 to £24,605.00

Actual Salary: ALT Grade B -  £9,323.23 - £9,396.56 

Closing Date: Saturday 21st March 2026

We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Catering Assistant to join our team at Neale-Wade Academy. This is a vital role within the academy, with the successful candidate assisting in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages to pupils and staff.

The successful candidate will:

·        Operate basic kitchen equipment following training such as ovens and microwaves. 

·        Be aware of health and safety, food hygiene and COSSH regulations, following these at all times.

·        Maintain basic records, such a food temperatures, where required.

·        Undertake cleaning and washing up as directed in the kitchen, serving and dining areas.

Follow statutory safeguarding guidance and the academy’s child protection policies 

Working Pattern:

·        Monday to Friday, 11:00 - 14:45 (including 30 minutes unpaid lunch)

·        16.25 hours per week, 39.6 weeks per year (term-time, plus 5 training days, plus 3 cleaning days)

Why Choose Neale-Wade Academy?

·        You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team, with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

·        Vivup Employee Benefit System 

·        Local Government Pension scheme

·        Employee Assistance Programme

·        Cycle to Work Scheme

Our significantly improved provision since our previous graded inspection has seen a change in culture, where staff are happier and there are consistently high expectations for all. As a result, our young people have confidence in their education and behaviour is orderly and calm. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part an academy that is committed to making a difference for the young people in its community. 

Please contact Donna Spendelow (HR Recruitment Officer) - DSpendelow@neale-wade.org to find out more about this opportunity.

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment (except for Early Career Teachers who are subject to a Statutory Induction Period). This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs.  It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent. 

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.