Job Title: Catering Assistant / Lunchtime Supervisor
Daily Rate: £50 - £80
About Us:
Milk Education is an eco-friendly supply agency that operates as a dedicated community for educators and support staff across Greater Manchester. We are currently recruiting a dependable Catering Assistant / Lunchtime Supervisor to join a welcoming school community in Bury on a long-term basis.
You will be joining a supportive school in Bury that puts pupil wellbeing, safety, and community at the heart of everyday school life. As a Catering Assistant / Lunchtime Supervisor, you will play a central part in ensuring the dining hall and playground remain safe, clean, and organised throughout the middle of the school day. For someone based in or near Bury seeking consistent term-time hours, this position offers the ideal chance to become a trusted, familiar face in a school that values teamwork.
What you'll do:
- Work as a Catering Assistant / Lunchtime Supervisor serving hot meals, portioning food, and assisting pupils during service in Bury.
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, clearing trays, wiping down dining tables, and sanitising kitchen areas.
- Supervise children across the dining hall and playground in Bury, promoting cooperative play and positive lunchtime behaviour.
- Apply calm, sensible behaviour management across the school site in Bury, reporting any pastoral or safeguarding concerns to duty staff.
- Set up dining furniture before service and assist with clean‑down procedures once lunch finishes.
What we're looking for:
- Previous experience as a Catering Assistant / Lunchtime Supervisor, school cook, kitchen assistant, or midday welfare assistant.
- Basic food hygiene knowledge and an understanding of kitchen health and safety practices in a school setting.
- A friendly, approachable manner with the ability to manage groups of pupils firmly and fairly.
- Reliable availability around the lunchtime period, Monday to Friday, within easy travelling distance of Bury.
- An Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service, or full willingness to complete a new check through Milk Education.
What we offer:
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Catering Assistant in Bury employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for SEND Mentor Assistants. Located in North Liverpool, we prioritise the wellbeing of our educators by offering excellent pay rates, a fast-registration process, and access to professional development opportunities, including free CPD courses. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ensures that you will be part of a purpose-driven team that values your contributions and supports your growth in the education sector.
