At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in catering services at Newbattle Community Campus, ensuring a great experience for children and young people.
- Company: Join Midlothian Council, dedicated to transforming community services.
- Benefits: Earn £14.27 per hour with flexible hours and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Guaranteed interview for eligible candidates; join us in making a difference!
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on the lives of children while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for food and working with kids.
The knowledge for the post is acquired through either on or off the job training and experience. Once in post, the Jobholder is required to gain the elementary food hygiene certificate.
CLOSING DATE - Wednesday 16th September 2026
INTERVIEW DATE – Friday 25th September 2026
Position Title: Catering Assistant
Directorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships
Post: Newbattle Community Campus, Permanent, 9.5h per week, 52 weeks annually, Saturday 08:30-13:30, Sunday 12:00-16:30
Please note that it is Midlothian Council's policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. The minimum actual salary for this position is £14.27 per hour.
Requirements:
- This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.
- Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you.
- If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outside the UK in the last 5 years, you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check.
Additional Information:
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to speak to a member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you.
If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.
Catering Assistant - Newbattle Community Campus - MID07674 employer: Midlothian Council
Midlothian Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff. As a Catering Assistant at Newbattle Community Campus, you will benefit from flexible working hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth, all while contributing to the community and making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.
