About this role

Catering Assistant

Ref

001714

Salary

£25,711 - £26,427 (full time full year equivalent) |

Actual Salary

£8,768 - £9,011 per annum (Grade 1)

Hours

3 per day, 11am-2pm - 15 per week

Location

South Failsworth Primary School, Paddock Lane, Manchester, M35 0NY

Start Date

Monday 2 November 2026

The Governors of this successful and popular primary school would like to appoint a suitable candidate to a Casual Catering Assistant position.

What we are looking for

South Failsworth’s mission statement is ‘inspiring and creating lifelong learners’ we want someone who is a lifelong learner and someone who strives to be the very best they can be.

The suitable candidate must have

The ability to work well under the direction of the Catering Supervisor
Willingness to attend relevant training and staff meetings
The ability to promote positive values, attitudes and behaviours
The ability to show initiative

We want someone who

Is passionate about helping children in their school environment
Is committed to safeguarding children and families
Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Works effectively as part of a team
Demonstrates flexibility and the capacity to adapt to change

We can offer you

A warm, welcoming, caring and inclusive ethos
High quality professional development opportunities
Excellent partnerships between children, all staff, families, governors and the community

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to contact and/or visit school and speak to the Business Manager.

Please return completed application forms to Perri Kilroy, Business Manager, perri.kilroy@southfailsworth.oldham.sch.uk

Closing Date

Friday 25 September at 9am.

Interview Date

w/c Monday 28 September

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.

Supporting Documents

↗ Application Form

↗ Job Description & Person Specification

↗ Right To Work