Catering Assistant

St Teresa Of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust, Bury, BL9 5BN

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  1 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  13 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: Between 10 and 22 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 1 scp 2 – 3 £24,413- £24,796 Full time equivalent. Actual salary will depend upon hours worked.

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust are currently seeking Catering Assistants to support our Bury-based schools. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

We’re looking for flexible, enthusiastic team members who can work across our Bury schools, stepping in where support is needed most. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who enjoy variety and want to make a difference in multiple school communities.

We have roles available from 10 to 22 hours per week—please let us know your preferred hours when applying.

Join our friendly catering team and help create a welcoming dining experience for pupils and staff! You’ll prepare and serve nutritious meals, set up dining areas, and support school hospitality events. From ensuring high standards of food presentation and allergen awareness to keeping kitchens and equipment spotless, your contribution will make a real impact every day.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Has the ability to work within a team and have a flexible approach
• Is able to organise their workload and work effectively under pressure
• Is a good communicator and is able to relate well with others
• Can work on their own initiative
• Has the ability to stand for long periods, lift trays and work in a hot environment
• Is willing and able to work at different schools within Bury

If you love working as part of a team, take pride in great service, and want to help children make healthy choices, we’d love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

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 post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice: www.gov.uk/dbs. All applicants must complete the standard application form. An online search will be performed on shortlisted applicants in accordance with safeguarding procedures and KCSIE statutory guidance. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure form for cautions/convictions.

Applying for the job

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About St Teresa Of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: St Teresa Of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust website
• Email address: recruitment@stoccat.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-teresa-of-calcutta-catholic-academy-trust

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, and ensure we are making lives better for our communities, our children and young people and all of our stakeholders. We model our work on the example of service set by St Teresa.

We are part of the Diocese of Salford and our schools span the local areas of Bolton, Bury, Rochdale, Salford and Wigan. Our Trust began in 2017, and we currently comprise six schools, four primary and two secondary. Over the coming months and years, we anticipate more Catholic schools to join us on our journey.

Arranging a visit to St Teresa Of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@stoccat.org.uk.

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