Academy Transformation Trust
Catering Assistant (20 hours) EDV/2026/CPA/62455
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Catering Assistant
NJC Scale Point: 3
Actual salary: £11,528
20 Hours per week, 39 Weeks per annum (Term time only)
Permanent Contract commencing on 01 September 2026
Hours of work: 10am – 2pm Monday to Friday
We are searching for the best education professionals to join our trust. Are you passionate about making a difference to our children’s learning? Are you looking for a new challenge?
Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity? Caldmore Academy is looking to appoint an individual to assist with the basic preparation of food which may include some cooking and assist with the setting up of servery counters for lunch and general cleaning of the kitchen and associated areas when required.
The successful candidate will join an academy which is dynamic and inspiring; creating a culture of outstanding success amongst our students. To succeed, you will have good timekeeping and the ability to work as part of a team and independently. You will have excellent communication, organizational, and customer care skills, the ability to operate IT equipment e.g. tills are essential. We are keen to secure a positive Catering Assistant who can make a telling contribution to our team. The department is part of a well-led, mutually supportive Catering team and the appointed candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues and will be supported by a Catering Manager and a strong SLT.
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About Caldmore Primary Academy
Caldmore Primary is a learning community in which everybody wants to continuously improve, is expected to continuously improve, and has a duty to help others to do so. There is a relentless pursuit by all staff to create a happy, respectful, and purposeful learning environment. Our motto, ‘Aspire, Believe, Achieve’, is central to the inclusivity of the academy; there are strong, nurturing relationships between staff and pupils, and an unswerving commitment to help all of our children fulfil their potential.
The image of the rainbow in our school badge depicts the way in which we are all unique, but in the most important ways, we are very much the same. Caldmore Primary Academy serves a richly diverse community, with around 30 different languages being spoken by children who join us from all around the world. All pupils, regardless of their starting points or backgrounds, are supported and challenged to be the very best that they can be.
The combination of high expectations, an engaging and tailored curriculum, and a dedicated, highly skilled team combine to create an ambitious academy that continuously strives for excellence. It is an absolute privilege to work with such wonderful pupils and staff every day.
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In return, you can expect fantastic Professional Development opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets, and an employee assistance programme.
We are proud to be a part of the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies. Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent, and confident, and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed, and they will be capable, competent, and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission.
To learn more and apply online, please see our application pack for more information and visit our careers page.
Closing date: Friday 14 August 2026 at 9am
Interview date: Week commencing 17 August 2026
Caldmore Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.
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