Catering Assistant
The Hereford Church of England Academy, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR2 7NG10 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
22 September 2025 at 11am
Date listed
12 September 2025
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
- NJC Grade 2 Point 2-3, £24,027 to £24,404 FTE, (£12.49 to £12.68 per hour)
Additional allowances
NJC Grade 2 Point 2-3, £24,027 to £24,404 FTE, (£12.49 to £12.68 per hour)
Catering Assistant job summary
Catering Assistant
Details: 12.5 hours per week (12noon to 2.30pm) term time only + 5 PDD Days. Some overtime may be available for special events and hospitality
Grade/Salary: NJC Grade 2 Point 2-3, £24,027 to £24,404 FTE, (£12.49 to £12.68 per hour)
Start Date: As soon as possible
The position is permanent, following a 6 month probationary period.
What are we looking for?
Join The Hereford Church of England Academy as a catering assistant and play a key role in supporting to deliver high-quality, nutritious meals to our students, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will join a highly regarded and successful catering team in what will be a demanding, varied and extremely rewarding role.
We are looking for someone who ideally has experience in a busy catering establishment, preferably in a school environment. The role will involve assisting in the preparation of food, serving food to the Academy students (aged 11 to 16) and staff at break and lunchtime, operating a till, cleaning and washing up, dealing with deliveries and restocking shelves. You will also be involved in providing refreshments for meetings and catering for our renowned hospitality events.
You will have a basic knowledge of Health & Safety policies/procedures i.e. COSHH, Manual Handling etc. and hold a L2 Food Hygiene Certificate or be prepared to train.
The kitchen is busy, so you will be well organised and possess a calm and positive manner. The role has lots of varied responsibilities so you should be flexible and comfortable with every day being different. An enthusiastic approach to hard work is essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a team and with initiative.
The post holder will be expected to support the Academy’s values and will contribute to the overall good order within the Academy, including behaviour management and promoting well-being of students.
If you want an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant school that makes a difference to young people lives - we want to hear from you. For more information and to apply visit https://mynewterm.com/
Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Closing date: 10am on Monday 22nd September 2025, but applications will be considered as and when they are received. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy prior to the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.
What we offer in exchange:
The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and successful catering team, with a good reputation.
Excellent training, professional and career development opportunities with an employer that values education and learning.
A busy and enjoyable place to work, with modern, welcoming facilities.
A competitive salary.
Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Membership of The Trusts’ Rewards and Employee Assistance Program.
Use of Academy facilities (including a gym and onsite car parking).
The chance to be involved in guiding the life of students aged 11 to 16, on a daily basis, and seeing them flourish.
A talented, highly motivated, committed and professional team of colleagues, both within the school and across the Trust.
The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all shortlisted applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people, in accordance with the DfE’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. An enhanced DBS will be required for this role. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.
Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
About The Hereford Academy:
The Hereford Church of England Academy is year 11-16 Secondary School located on the edge of the Hereford, close to the beautiful Herefordshire countryside and the Wye Valley AONB. The City of Hereford is growing with a new University, a rapidly developing enterprise zone, new retail & leisure destinations and a thriving independent food and retail sector.
The school building is modern with first class facilities, extensive sports provision including a 3G pitch and a dedicated drama and arts studio.
The Hereford Church of England Academy is part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust. The Trust and the school are on a journey to rapidly improve outcomes for students.
The Academy community is committed to its core values of Aspiration, Care, Trust, Resilience, and Respect. Our vision is to equip all our students to be well-rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society. We do this by providing the best possible education and serving the whole community of all faiths and none.
What the Inspectors said:
OFSTED Inspectors | SIAMS Inspectors |
“The Hereford Academy is a calm and welcoming place. Pupils enjoy a warm and friendly culture where the values of ‘aspiration, care, trust, resilience and respect’ are lived.” | “Respect is freely offered and given between pupils and adults. Codes of conduct ensure that the academy is harmonious. Pupils are motivated by the rewards on offer” |
“Leaders, including governors, have an ambitious vision for the quality of education that they want pupils to receive.” | “Pupils are thriving through learning opportunities that encourage aspiration and resilience. Carefully structured lessons give confidence to all pupils” |
| “Pupils value leaders’ commitment to creating an environment free from discrimination where other cultures are celebrated.” | "Extremely committed leaders put the wellbeing of pupils and adults at the heart of their actions. Consequently, the academy is characterised by mutually strong relationships” |
| “The school has high expectations of pupils’ conduct.” | “Outstanding support is offered to pupils, especially those who are vulnerable.” |
“The school is developing a strong, ambitious curriculum for the academic achievement of all pupils.” | “Pupils learn and progress well … this includes pupils with additional learning needs and the most able.” |
For more information about The Hereford Church of England Academy, please see our website https://www.theherefordacademy.org.uk/
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Hereford Church of England Academy and the Diocese of Hereford Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level, along with other standard pre-employment checks.
Please do not attach copies of CV's/qualification certificates. Only the information detailed on the application form will be used as part of the short-listing process. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About The Hereford Church of England Academy
- School type
- Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 618 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Hereford Church of England Academy website
Here at the Hereford Church of England Academy we serve the community located to the south of the river Wye in the beautiful city of Hereford. We cater for students aged 11 to 16, striving to provide the best possible education and equip all our students to be well rounded and caring citizens who will make a positive contribution to society.
We are part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust, which stretches from the foot of Eastnor castle to the Shropshire Hills, from the Welsh border to the threshold of the Malvern Hills. The Trust is a family of 15 wonderful schools which are spread out across the Diocese of Hereford (Herefordshire, South Shropshire and Worcestershire).
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