At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in meal preparation and service, maintain cleanliness, and ensure food hygiene standards.
- Company: Ivy Lane Primary School is committed to providing a supportive environment for its staff and students.
- Benefits: Enjoy an excellent pension scheme, flexible working options, and free eye tests.
- Other info: This part-time role requires 10 hours per week during term time.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team that values employee wellbeing and offers ongoing professional development.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have good communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a school setting.
The predicted salary is between 5616 - 5616 £ per year.
Salary: B3, £24,796 FTE Actual Salary: £5,616 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Part-time
Working hours: 10 hours per week, working 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 11.15am to 1.15pm
We’re happy to talk flexible working options in regards to all our roles.
Closing date: 12noon on Wednesday, 1st July 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday, 9th July 2026
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible after interview.
Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to support the preparation and service of meals within our busy school kitchen. The role involves helping to provide healthy, nutritious food for pupils, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and supporting a positive dining experience. You will assist with basic food preparation, preparation of the dining area, serve meals, tidying and cleaning the kitchen area during and after lunch service, ensuring all food hygiene practices are followed in line with Food Standards Agency guidance. The ideal candidate will be a team player with good communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a school environment.
Benefits
- Excellent pension scheme
- Flexible working and family‑friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing support & counselling
- Strong central team support and a real sense of family and belonging
- Staff involvement in shaping key HR policies
- Free eye tests (and glasses if required for your role)
- Free annual flu jab
- Retail discounts & savings, including Wiltshire Rewards retail savings/ Blue Light Card
- Emergency salary advance scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Ongoing career and professional development
Equal Opportunity
We are a Diversity & Inclusion employer. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled, neurodivergent, or otherwise needing applicants.
Special Considerations
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they are considered “spent.” An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken prior to the commencement of any employment.
Contact Details
Please contact Mrs Kerry Nowosielski, Admin Officer, at admin@ivylane.wilts.sch.uk for further details regarding the role.
Application Note
Please be aware that this role may be closed ahead of the deadline if sufficient applications are received.
Catering Assistant in Marshfield employer: Ivy Lane Primary School
Ivy Lane Primary School offers a strong central team support and a family-like atmosphere. Located in Wiltshire, it provides various employee benefits including retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme. The school is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
