Facilities Assistant Catering Assistant (based at The Forest Academy)
The Forest Academy, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 3NG9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
7 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
29 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 16 hours per week Monday to Friday Term Time
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £9,543.85
What skills and experience we're looking for
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.
We currently have a permanent role working 16 hours per week, 40 weeks per year based at The Forest Academy, Thornton Road, Kendray, Barnsley, S70 3NG
Location:
The advert will show a location of Digital Media Centre, County Way, as this is where our Head Office is based, but the role is based at The Forest Academy, Thornton Road, Kendray, Barnsley, S70 3NG
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 emailhr@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
What the school offers its staff
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.
If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country you have resided in.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Forest Academy
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 352 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Forest Academy website
- Email address
- h.pinto@wellspringacademies.org.uk
At Forest, we believe that all children thrive in an environment in which they are happy, challenged and secure. We consider it an absolute privilege to be important figures in our pupils’ young lives and are committed to ensuring their primary school days are full of fun, adventure and experiences that create lifelong passions and interests.
Our children are achieving incredible things. Are you someone who can work in partnership with parents to unleash a child’s potential and establish an appetite for life and learning?
We are looking for someone who:
• Is enthusiastic, warm and caring
• Is able to develop a friendly and supportive relationship with children and their families
• Is able to boost children’s self-esteem, resilience and aspirations
• Is able to work with the class teacher to support the children in their learning
• Is able to lead learning
• Is committed to their own learning and professional development
In return, we can offer:
• A chance to work with fantastic, enthusiastic children who deserve the best start in life
• The opportunity to become part of a school community where children are at the heart of all we do
• A supportive and experienced Leadership Team
• A school that values your training and personal development
Arranging a visit to The Forest Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email h.pinto@wellspringacademies.org.uk.
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