Catering Assistant
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Darlington, DL2 2JG |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and reliable Catering Assistant to join our friendly school catering team.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will help provide high-quality meals and an excellent dining experience for our pupils. Duties will include basic food preparation and cooking, setting up the dining area, serving food, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and assisting with clearing away and washing up.
The successful candidate will have good communication and customer service skills, a positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy environment.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer:
• High-quality in-house coaching and mentoring
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities
• Collaborative Trust-wide networks and development opportunities
• Links to local Darlington professional networks
• A highly supportive and welcoming staff team
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of our amazing children
Commitment to safeguarding
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give the Trust consent to check their status if they are registered with the Update Service. An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with KCSIE. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern at interview.