What is the job role?
We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic and motivated Catering Assistant to join our friendly kitchen staff team.
Grange Farm is a larger than average Primary School in the south of Coventry. The kitchen team are part of the school staff and provide over 200 meals per day.
Candidates should ideally hold a relevant and recognised Level 2 qualification in catering and a certificate in Food Hygiene safety. However, for the successful candidate, training will be provided in post.
Who are we looking for?
Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
Interview date: Week commencing 21st September 2026.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
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