Catering Assistant

Crawshaw Academy, Pudsey, West Yorkshire, LS28 9HU

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  4 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 December 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £11,303.00 Annually (Actual) A1 - SCP2

Catering Assistant job summary

Term-time only + Training Days. Monday - Friday, 10.15am - 2.15pm

We’re looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to become part of our dynamic catering team.

‘Children who eat a healthy, balanced diet are better able to concentrate, retain information, and perform well academically. At Crawshaw Academy, we are 100% committed to providing the best nutrition for our students, to support their learning and development’

The beauty of our catering offering at Crawshaw Academy is, as much as possible, we create our products in house. This means we have the autonomy to try new and exciting ideas, as well as having the agility to change things quickly if they are not working! Our skilled team provides nutritious, balanced meals that are both delicious and affordable. Our goal is to foster a lasting culture of healthy eating, helping students thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Our team is made up of our Head Chef, who is accountable for all aspects, supported by our in-house Baker and 2 Senior Catering Assistants managing the rest of the team (10 people in total). We are the very definition of team players, who are well accustomed to the changes of pace a school day brings. The promotion of our last three leaders reflects our strong commitment to nurturing talent and supporting individuals in reaching their full potential." Our intention is always to be customer focussed, whilst putting a smile on both ours and our customer’s faces.

We are looking for a friendly, hardworking Catering Assistant who enjoys the energy of a busy school setting. This role involves regular interaction with students, so strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude are essential.

About our School

We are a welcoming and supportive community, made special by a dedicated staff team who genuinely care about giving every young person the best possible experience. We encourage our students to aim high, believe in themselves, and be ambitious about their futures.

At Crawshaw Academy, we believe education is about more than results. It is about helping young people grow into confident, kind, and well-rounded individuals. Our staff take the time to really know each student, recognising their strengths, nurturing their talents, and encouraging them to do their best.

We value the opportunities learning beyond the classroom can bring. Through a wide range of extracurricular activities, from sport and the arts to trips and performances, students are able to discover new interests, build friendships, and develop important skills such as teamwork, leadership, and resilience. These experiences also help students gain a greater understanding of different cultures, traditions, and ways of life.

We set high standards because we care. We know what helps young people succeed, and we provide the right balance of challenge, guidance, and support so every student feels confident, supported, and able to thrive.

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

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 19%, 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

For more about Crawshaw Academy, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• A team player who works well with others
• Hardworking and efficient
• Attentive to details, including hygiene standards and cleanliness
• Customer focused, friendly and approachable
• Experienced in similar roles

Next Steps

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school ahead of applying for this opportunity. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Joanne Bentley at CAHR@ca.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.

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Crawshaw Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1109 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Crawshaw Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/crawshaw-academy

We are a mixed 11-18 Academy with a comprehensive intake; the majority of whom live in the Pudsey Area. The proportion of students supported by the pupil premium is average as is the proportion of students supported at school action plus or with a statement of special educational needs. We have strong links with the Pudsey Community and work in partnership with Priesthorpe School and Pudsey Grangefield at Post-16 level.

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