Relief Catering Assistant (mobile in the Barnsley area)
| Posting date: | 09 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.30 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 1 SCP 2 .£12.30 hourly rate, working term time only, Typically Monday to Friday, from 11:30 am -1:30 pm (relief basis only) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 July 2025 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wellspring Academy Trust |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
ABOUT THE VACANCY:
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and proactive Catering Assistant to support the Catering Lead to provide high quality meals to our pupils.
The role is to cover catering assistant absences, and work will be offered in line with our needs, typically 11.30am to 1.30pm Monday to Friday. In addition, time will be paid for travelling to schools other than the home school base.
Work will be offered during school term time only.
Location
The role will be based in schools across the Barnsley area..
ABOUT US:
Please note that we offer day time working (no weekends or evenings) and can offer flexibility with working hours to work around any existing commitments i.e. child collection times.
We can also offer work to fit around any school holidays for childcare (summer, half terms, Easter and Christmas).
ABOUT YOU:
If you are passionate about helping young people and making a difference to their lives we want to hear from you.
We are committed to doing everything possible to ensure children get nutritious meals at school. The post holder will need an interest in nutrition and healthy meals. Previous catering experience is desirable and experience of working in education settings would be advantageous.
The successful applicant will be supporting preparation and delivery of lunchtime menus. They will work as part of a team carrying out all duties as expected in a catering department to ensure a high level of customer service. They will be undertaking high quality cleaning regimes and must adhere to procedures such as, health and safety, allergen control, food safety and stock control and rotation.
We are looking for someone who is flexible to meet the needs of our learners and the team. It would be desirable if they have Food Safety Level 2 training, or be willing to undertake the training required. Computer skills are also desirable.
We are interested in hearing from people who:
● Are self-motivated, customer-focused and organised.
● Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.
● Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders and who are
passionate about learning.
If you require any support with your application please contact HR on 01226 720747 or email hr@wellspringacademies.org.uk
Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.
As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.
Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children .
References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.
We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and proactive Catering Assistant to support the Catering Lead to provide high quality meals to our pupils.
The role is to cover catering assistant absences, and work will be offered in line with our needs, typically 11.30am to 1.30pm Monday to Friday. In addition, time will be paid for travelling to schools other than the home school base.
Work will be offered during school term time only.
Location
The role will be based in schools across the Barnsley area..
ABOUT US:
Please note that we offer day time working (no weekends or evenings) and can offer flexibility with working hours to work around any existing commitments i.e. child collection times.
We can also offer work to fit around any school holidays for childcare (summer, half terms, Easter and Christmas).
ABOUT YOU:
If you are passionate about helping young people and making a difference to their lives we want to hear from you.
We are committed to doing everything possible to ensure children get nutritious meals at school. The post holder will need an interest in nutrition and healthy meals. Previous catering experience is desirable and experience of working in education settings would be advantageous.
The successful applicant will be supporting preparation and delivery of lunchtime menus. They will work as part of a team carrying out all duties as expected in a catering department to ensure a high level of customer service. They will be undertaking high quality cleaning regimes and must adhere to procedures such as, health and safety, allergen control, food safety and stock control and rotation.
We are looking for someone who is flexible to meet the needs of our learners and the team. It would be desirable if they have Food Safety Level 2 training, or be willing to undertake the training required. Computer skills are also desirable.
We are interested in hearing from people who:
● Are self-motivated, customer-focused and organised.
● Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.
● Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders and who are
passionate about learning.
If you require any support with your application please contact HR on 01226 720747 or email hr@wellspringacademies.org.uk
Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.
As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.
Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children .
References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.
We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.