Catering Assistant at Byron Wood Primary Academy

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2025/BWPA/37575
  Location
Earldom Road, Burngreave, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S4 7EJ
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
£24,601.00 - £25,185.00
SCP 2-4 Pro Rata - £9,180 - £9,398
  Closing Date
11:59pm, 2nd Jan 2026
  Positions Available
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About this Role

Catering Assistant

Location: Byron Wood Academy
Hours: 16 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year)
Salary: SCP 2–4, FTE £24,601–£25,185
Actual Salary: £9,180–£9,398
Closing Date: 2nd January 2026

About Byron Wood Academy
Byron Wood is a vibrant and welcoming primary school located in the heart of Sheffield. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Our dedicated team works collaboratively to provide high-quality education and care, ensuring that our pupils feel safe, supported, and inspired every day.

About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our friendly kitchen team. In this role, you will help prepare and serve nutritious meals to our pupils, maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety, and assist with cleaning duties in the kitchen and dining areas. You will play an important part in creating a positive lunchtime experience for our children.

Requirements

  • Ability to follow food hygiene and safety standards (training can be provided).
  • Basic understanding of kitchen operations.
  • Willingness to undergo a DBS check.
  • Flexibility to work during school hours (term-time only).
  • Physical ability to carry out tasks such as lifting, cleaning, and standing for periods.

What We’re Looking For

  • Team player with a positive attitude.
  • Reliable and punctual.
  • Good communication skills for interacting with staff and pupils.
  • Friendly and approachable manner.
  • Previous catering experience is desirable.

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org.

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is 2nd January 2026. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Flexible Interview Dates:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window. Apply today to avoid disappointment and become a part of our mission to create a positive impact!

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!



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