Catering Assistant – Penglais Comprehensive School
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £24,413 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 February 2026 |
| Location: | Aberystwyth, Ceredigion |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ106466 |
Summary
We seek to appoint a Catering Assistant who will work in a busy kitchen preparing and providing light snacks to our staff and students as well as working on the tills as required, whilst maintaining health and safety standards at all times.
The right candidate will enjoy working in a busy kitchen environment. The main qualities required to succeed in the role are being able to relate well to students; a commitment to positive and healthy outcomes for young people; an enthusiasm for providing a quality provision in the canteen, and excellent attendance and punctuality.
This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious candidate to play a key role in increasing the aspirations and success of our students, thereby contributing to the journey of Ysgol Penglais School in becoming an excellent school.
Ysgol Penglais School has much to offer:
A research-based school with good relationships between staff and students;
A commitment to the professional development of all its staff to become outstanding teachers and leaders;
Access to the bustling university town of Aberystwyth;
Located on the beautiful Ceredigion coast, an area of natural beauty.
For further details please contact Helena Clements (PA to the Headteacher) on 01970 624811or email hcl@penglais.org.uk
Ysgol Penglais School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo Enhanced DBS and other checks appropriate to the post.
Ysgol Penglais School is an equal opportunities employer.
Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.
The right candidate will enjoy working in a busy kitchen environment. The main qualities required to succeed in the role are being able to relate well to students; a commitment to positive and healthy outcomes for young people; an enthusiasm for providing a quality provision in the canteen, and excellent attendance and punctuality.
This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious candidate to play a key role in increasing the aspirations and success of our students, thereby contributing to the journey of Ysgol Penglais School in becoming an excellent school.
Ysgol Penglais School has much to offer:
A research-based school with good relationships between staff and students;
A commitment to the professional development of all its staff to become outstanding teachers and leaders;
Access to the bustling university town of Aberystwyth;
Located on the beautiful Ceredigion coast, an area of natural beauty.
For further details please contact Helena Clements (PA to the Headteacher) on 01970 624811or email hcl@penglais.org.uk
Ysgol Penglais School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo Enhanced DBS and other checks appropriate to the post.
Ysgol Penglais School is an equal opportunities employer.
Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.
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