Facilities Assistant - Catering Assistant (based at Phoenix Park)
Phoenix Park Academy, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN32 7NQ18 days remaining to apply
Closing date
15 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
28 May 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
- £3,163.83 Annually (Actual) £24,796 FTE, working Monday to Friday (12:15pm- 13:15pm) 5 Hours Per Week, 39 Weeks Per Year
Facilities Assistant - Catering Assistant (based at Phoenix Park) job summary
About this Role
Join Our Team
Wellspring Academy Trust is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to support the delivery of an exceptional dining experience for our pupils. This is a rewarding opportunity to help ensure every child receives wholesome, nutritious and delicious meals in a welcoming school environment.
If you are passionate about food, teamwork and making a positive difference in a school community, we would love to hear from you.
Location:
The advert will show a location of Beacon Academy, Chatsworth Place, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire, DN35 9NF, but the role is based at Phoenix House, Harold Street, Grimsby, DN32 7NQ
We currently have a permanent role working 5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year based at Phoenix House, Harold Street, Grimsby, DN32 7NQ
As a Catering Assistant, you will work closely with the Catering Lead to support the preparation, cooking and service of high-quality meals. You will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe and efficient kitchen and dining environment while ensuring excellent standards are upheld at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and serve appetising, nutritious food.
- Set up and prepare the dining room for service.
- Wash up, clear and clean the kitchen, dining room and associated areas.
- Support menu and recipe costing, stock control and accurate record keeping.
- Assist with the careful use and maintenance of catering equipment, reporting faults as necessary.
- Ensure efficient use of gas, electricity and water.
- Operate relevant catering IT systems where required.
- Attend training courses and meetings as required.
- Share catering knowledge and skills with colleagues.
- Carry out duties in line with current legislation and Trust policies and procedures.
- Deliver high-quality service to the Wellspring community — right first time, every time.
- Undertake other duties appropriate to the level and nature of the role.
Health & Safety
- Ensure compliance with Trust and statutory QSHE (Quality, Safety, Health and Environment) regulations.
- Adhere strictly to food handling and hygiene processes.
- Ensure all legal and safety systems are followed.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Demonstrates personal integrity and commitment to the Nolan Principles of Public Service.
- Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Builds positive rapport with pupils and school staff.
- Shares our values and has an affinity with Wellspring’s culture and purpose.
- Takes pride in delivering high standards consistently.
- Works well as part of a team in a busy environment.
Why Join Wellspring Academy Trust?
At Wellspring, we are committed to creating supportive environments where children thrive. Our catering team plays an important role in the school day, and we value the contribution of every team member.
If you require any support with your application please contact HR on 01226 720747 or email hr@wellspringacademies.org.uk
Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.
References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.
We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for
shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.
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 Phoenix Park Academy
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 7 to 16
- School size
- 50 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Phoenix Park Academy website
Phoenix Park Academy and Sevenhills Academy are alternative provision academies in North East Lincolnshire and proud members of Wellspring Academy Trust. Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.
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