Barcroft primary school Unit Supervisor

Overview

• Employer: Walsall Council
• Location: Willenhall
• Salary: £14.82 – £16.07 per hour
• Closing date: 13 Oct 2025
• Reference: 954
• Sector: Local Councils
• Job Type: Catering
• Contract Type: Part time permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time
• Hours: Part-Time

Job Details

• Job Advert: Catering Unit Supervisor – Ref: EE08025
• Barcroft Primary School
• Hours per week: 32.30 hours
• G5: £14.82 – £16.07 per hour

We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable individual to manage a team tasked with providing a prerequisite number of school meals. This will include being responsible for the organisation of the kitchen, the ordering of food and provisions and the overall quality of the service provided. You will ensure that the kitchen complies with relevant legislation, particularly food safety and health and safety. In return, we offer excellent pay rate, uniform and access to training.

We currently have a vacancy for the position of Unit Supervisor within the following school:

Barcroft Primary School
Barcroft,
Willenhall
WV13 1NF

Hours per week: 32.30 hours

Times: Monday-Friday 7.30 am – 2.00 pm – Please note that work hours are indicative of the requirements of the post. Start and end times may vary (within the hours stated) dependant on the needs of the service.

Term time only (38 weeks per year)

To apply you must be able to demonstrate relevant experience in a school catering environment, menu development and staff supervision. Applicants will also be required to hold NVQ level 2 or 3 in a catering area or equivalent and the Essential food hygiene certificate or be willing to study towards it.

Walsall Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Completion of a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check may be a requirement of this post.

This post is covered by the Government\’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Closing date: Monday 13th October 2025

Information for Applicants

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them.

Company

Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That is why, as well as a satisfying and rewarding job, we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.

We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that\’s you, we\’re waiting for your application.

Inclusivity Statement

Walsall Council is committed to creating and working to uphold an inclusive environment where every person feels empowered, valued and respected. We strongly encourage applications from individuals across diverse backgrounds, and we work to treat all applicants fairly and without discrimination. We actively promote diversity and equality, ensuring that our services and opportunities are accessible to all members of our community. We recognise that achieving true inclusivity is an ongoing journey; together, we strive to create a welcoming workplace that celebrates differences and empowers everyone to thrive.

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Armed Forces Covenant

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Walsall Council will guarantee an interview for any candidate who has formerly served in the Armed Forces and who meets the essential criteria for the job.