Ref: 001292
Based: St Paul’s CE Primary School Church of England Primary School
Contract: Fixed term (subject to review)
Salary: £25,184 (full time full year equivalent0
Actual Salary: £7,337 per annum (Grade 1, SCP 4)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Working Hours: 12.5 per week, term time only
Closing Date: 9am Monday 23rd February 2026
Interview: Friday 27th February 2026
The Trust, Governors and Headteacher of our highly successful Church of England Primary School are looking to appoint a positive, well-motivated and friendly Catering Assistant to join our hardworking and dedicated team of professionals.
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic catering assistant for a busy primary school. The successful candidate will support the catering team in delivering high quality meals to our children. Ensuring cleanliness, efficiency and excellent customer care at all times.
You will be able to work as part of a team and understand the basics of food hygiene and safety. Previous experience in a catering environment is desirable but not essential.
We welcome applications from individuals who:
* Has excellent practical skills
* Is determined, energetic with great organisational skills
* Has the ability to work as part of a team
* Enjoys a fast-paced working environment
* Are proactive in promoting positive behaviour and keeping pupils on task.
* Be committed to uphold the Christian ethos of our Church of England School.
* Be able to form successful relationships with all stakeholders.
* This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a school community where every role contributes to the success and well-being of our children and staff.
In return we will offer:
* An excellent professional opportunity
* Well behaved and happy children who enjoy learning
* The opportunity to be part of a caring, dedicated and hard-working team
* A high level of commitment from governors, staff and parents
St Paul’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, and enhanced DBS and satisfactory references. Please refer to the school website for the safer recruitment and safeguarding policy.
Candidates are warmly invited to visit the school. Please contact our school to arrange a visit at info@stpauls.oldham.sch.uk or by contacting the office on 0161 624 9019
Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.
The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.
Please note: Due to safer recruitment requirements, we cannot accept CVs. Please use the application form that accompanies this advertisement.
Application forms should be sent via e-mail directly to the School Business Manager, Samantha.Cloran@stpauls.oldham.sch.uk