General Assistant

Smestow Academy – Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU 

12.5 hours |Monday to Friday 12pm -2:30pm) | Term Time Only

Starting Salary: £7,140.57 (FTE £24,753) 

Start Date: September 2026

The role:
Smestow Academy operates a busy kitchen serving pupils, staff, visitors, and a range of school events. Our General Assistants support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen by carrying out a variety of tasks such as serving pupils on the till, assisting with ensuring all washing up and cleaning duties are completed to a high standard. The successful candidate will need to adhere to Matrix Academy Trust policies & procedures in regards to cleaning schedules, and all hygiene and safety regulations.

About you:

The role is demanding and busy and will require the following key skills and experience:

• Experience operating a till and providing friendly, efficient customer service in a catering environment
• Experience carrying out washing-up duties and maintaining high standards of cleanliness in a kitchen setting
• Previous experience working with the catering/education industry
• Able to complete all physical requirements of the role e.g. standing for long periods of time
• Able to work well within a team and undertake delegated tasks from the Head Chef.

Please see job description for full list of duties, skills and responsibilities.

About us:   
At Smestow Academy, we expect everyone to 'be the best they can be'. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.  

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.   

To apply directly, please complete our application form on My New Term.

You may also wish to contact Headteacher Ian Chamberlain:  ichamblerlain@smestowacademy.co.uk to arrange an informal look at the school.  

Application Deadline: 26^th June 2026 

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.  

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.