Catering Assistant - Galashiels - ID6404-1447


Company:	Trust Housing Association Ltd
Salary:	£13.45 - £13.45
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Galashiels, TD1 3JY
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Could you be part of our team?

Trust has a fantastic opportunity for a Catering Assistant to join our team based at Corn Mill Court, St John's Street, Galashiels, Scottish Borders TD1 3JY on a part-time, permanent basis.

In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we will offer you: -

• £13:45 per hour

• 21 hours per week, working shifts over average 3.5 days per week on a 2-week rolling rota (example)

o 11:00am to 2:00pm and 4:00pm to 7:00pm

o Week 1 - Mon, Tues, Sat and Sun

o Week 2 - Wed, Thurs, Fri

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Ongoing paid training and personal development

• Paid candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland

What we’re looking for in our Catering Assistant:

You will keep a high standard of cleanliness throughout the kitchen and dining room areas, carry out all cleaning duties as outlined in the development-cleaning schedule, help with basic food preparation, serve meals to tenants and when necessary, assist escorting tenants to the dining room.

To apply:

Submit our online application form no later than 12 noon on Thursday 3rd September 2026. If you have any questions about this role please contact Amanda Murphy, Catering & Hygiene Partner on 0131 444 4941, or at amandamu@trustha.org.uk, or Julie Pearson, Later Living Manager (Care) on 01896 757 380 or at juliep@trustha.org.uk.

We encourage all applicants to study the provided job description to familiarise themselves with the role and the duties involved.

We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.

No Agencies Please!

About Trust Housing:

Trust Housing Association is a not-for-profit registered social landlord, and one of Scotland’s largest national housing, support and care providers for older people, offering a range of accommodation and support services. Primarily serving older people in our communities we also provide housing for families and individuals. We have over 4000 households across the length and breadth of Scotland, from the Highlands and Islands all the way down to the Borders.

Trust is a Fair Work First employer, a great place to work, and committed to our people and the values that we all share.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Trust Housing Association is a Registered Scottish Charity - SC009086

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