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Catering Assistant

Parson Cross Church of England Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 1LB

This job expired on 19 November 2025 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 January 2026

• Closing date

  19 November 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  6 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday - Friday 9am-2pm Term time only
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Sheffield Pay Scale Point 2 Actual Salary £13,311

What skills and experience we're looking for

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A caring and patient approach to working with children.
• Basic food preparation skills with a strong focus on hygiene and safety.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team in a school environment.
• Good communication skills to interact respectfully with pupils, staff, and visitors.
• Reliability and punctuality
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and undertake manual tasks such as washing up and cleaning.
• Awareness of equal opportunities and commitment to respecting diversity.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles.

Desirable Qualities

• Flexibility and willingness to assist with a variety of tasks.
• Enthusiasm for professional development, including food hygiene and health & safety training.
• A proactive attitude towards maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.

What the school offers its staff

Work with lovely children who make every day rewarding.

Become part of a strong, supportive team that values your contribution.

Enjoy the opportunity to develop your skills through ongoing training and professional development.

Play a key role in fostering a welcoming, safe, and inclusive school environment where every child is valued.

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

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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About Parson Cross Church of England Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 208 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Parson Cross Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: enquiries@parsoncross.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01142 313956
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/parson-cross-church-of-england-primary-school

Parson Cross CE Primary is a single form entry Church of England primary school in the north of Sheffield. There are currently 208 children in our school and we have seven classes from Reception to Year 6.

At Parson Cross, children are at the heart of all we do, and we understand that children learn best when they are happy and secure. Therefore, we get to know our children and families very well and work together to ensure every child succeeds. We understand that every child is an individual with their own needs and talents, and we nurture every child to find and develop the spark of genius within themselves.

We are fortunate to have an enthusiastic, highly skilled and dedicated staff who work together to support each other and to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone.

Arranging a visit to Parson Cross Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@parsoncross.sheffield.sch.uk.

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