Catering Assistant

Rossett School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9JP

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  7th September 2026

• Closing date

  1 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  15 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £12,464.00 - £12,464.00 Annually (Actual) Band 3 SCP 3. FTE: £25,949 per annum / £13.45 per hour

Catering Assistant job summary

Working pattern: Mon - Thurs - 10.30am - 2.45pm and Fri 9.30am - 2.45pm

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and customer-focused Catering Assistant to join our catering team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality food and service to our students, colleagues and visitors.

As a Catering Assistant, you will support the preparation, cooking and service of food while helping to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming dining environment. The role also includes supporting catering provision for Trust events and functions, with flexibility required to work occasional evenings and weekends.

To be a good fit for this role, you will have;

• A positive and enthusiastic approach to work
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Experience in a catering or hospitality environment (desirable but not essential, as training will be provided)
• Flexibility to support catering events outside normal working hours when required

About our School

At Rossett School our journey begins with shared values that create a warm, welcoming community where everyone feels truly accepted and valued. These values nurture kindness, respect, and positive relationships, inspiring each of us to grow into the best version of ourselves.

We’re proud to offer a thoughtful, innovative curriculum that combines rich knowledge with the latest technology. Our dedicated teachers warmly engage and support every learner, helping them discover their potential and preparing them confidently for life beyond the classroom.

Learning here goes beyond academics, with a wide range of enriching activities that spark curiosity, build character, and celebrate each student’s unique talents—all within a safe, calm, and caring environment.

Our behaviour approach is built on clear, consistent expectations that help students focus and thrive, supported by compassionate pastoral care that ensures everyone gets the right support at the right time.

We are proud to be part of Red Kite Learning Trust, enabling us to draw on all the support and expertise this offers. A partnership that opens doors to new opportunities, inspiring growth, development, and limitless potential for both our students and colleagues alike.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 14.9%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

Next Steps

Let’s Connect: Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit our school to see what we have to offer and experience our welcoming community. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you and answer any questions about the role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Hr@rs.rklt.co.uk.

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Rossett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equality and diversity in all aspects of employment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Rossett School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 795 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Rossett School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rossett-school

Rossett is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school which proudly serves the Harrogate community. We have high aspirations for every child and endeavour to achieve success for everyone.

This is an exciting time to join Rossett as we move forward and we have recently become part of the Red Kite Learning Trust - this partnership provides further opportunities for growth and development, securing a stronger future for our school.

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