Catering Assistant

Job role

• Catering, cleaning and site management

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time: 20 hours a week, Term Time Only + 4 inset days

Contract type

Permanent

Actual salary

Actual Salary: £11,673

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Brings energy, enthusiasm and pride to their work
• Has a friendly, polite manner and enjoys working with children
• Can follow instructions and work efficiently in a busy environment
• Has a flexible and positive approach, working well as part of a team
• Holds (or is willing to work towards) a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Understands excellent hygiene, safety and presentation
• Is reliable, well-organised and maintains high personal standards

What the school offers its staff

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At SBL Academy, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

Eligible colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

Find out more about what it’s like to work with usat:https://www.futuralearning.co.uk/careers

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.Visas cannot be sponsored.If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is seeking a motivated Catering Assistant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a busy, welcoming school community where you will support the delivery of a high-quality food service for pupils and staff.

You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About Sir Bernard Lovell Academy

Sir Bernard Lovell Academy in Oldland Common is a forward-thinking secondary school known for its strong pastoral care, high standards, and commitment to student progress. The school offers a supportive environment with a wide range of academic and enrichment opportunities to help every student achieve their potential.

SBL Academy is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

Commitment to safeguarding

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. Prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, satisfactory pre-employment health screening and a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. A Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

JD Catering Assistant.pdf - 256 KB (opens in new tab)Futura-Recruitment-Pack-March-2026.pdf - 858 KB (opens in new tab)