Catering Assistant

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Dilton Marsh Church of England Primary School is looking to appoint a Catering Assistant to join our school and support our dedicated and friendly team with kitchen preparation and stock handling.

Working Hours: Part Time (15.3 hours per week, Monday – Friday 11am until 2pm, 38 weeks per year – no Teacher Training Days). Required: ASAP.

We are a happy and popular, single form entry, primary school, educating children between the ages of 5 and 11. Located in the charming village of Dilton Marsh, we have strong relationships with the local community and Holy Trinity Church. Our staff are dedicated to providing a safe, happy, caring, creative and nurturing learning environment, where everyone is valued as an individual and encouraged to become independent and resilient learners. Our strong Christian ethos of tolerance and respect flows through the whole school. As a founding member of Acorn Education Trust in 2014, we work closely with other schools within the Trust to provide the best possible education, opportunities and support for our young people. In November 2023, we were proud to achieve a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating in all categories, with inspectors praising our staff for their ‘high expectations for all pupils’.

The successful candidate will be organised and consistent, with a good practical aptitude and must be able to observe health and safety regulations. Experience is preferred, although training will be provided.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds a Level 2 food hygiene certificate (desirable but not essential);
  • Has a good understanding of food handling, preparation and hygiene;
  • Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work with a variety of pupils and staff, and build good relationships;
  • Has excellent practical and organisational skills;
  • Is self-motivated dedicated and consistent, and takes pride in their work;
  • Has the ability to deal with new challenging situations;
  • Is a strong team player who can use their own initiative;
  • Is aware of health and safety requirements;
  • Can thrive working in a busy environment;
  • Has a positive and flexible attitude.

    • We can offer the successful candidate:

  • An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
  • A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
  • Opportunities for training and progression;
  • The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
  • A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

    • For information about this role, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack. If you have any additional questions, please contact our school admin office on: 01373-822902

    Closing Date: Monday 13th October 2025 at 12pm

    Interview Date: w/c Monday 13th October 2025 

    Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.

    Safeguarding Statement

    Acorn Education Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in obtaining this post you will be subject to a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening. We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post, we will carry out a social media account search.
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    Location:
    Westbury
    Job Type:
    PartTime

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