Anker Valley Primary Academy, part of Fierté Multi-Academy Trust, is a thriving and expanding school at the heart of its community. Our vision at Anker Valley Primary Academy is rooted in strong partnerships with parents, the local community and the wider trust, working together to enable every child to soar to excellence. With modern facilities and extensive outdoor spaces, we provide rich opportunities for learning within a nurturing, vibrant environment. We are committed to recognising each child as an individual and ensuring their needs are met so that they can realise their limitless possibilities. In return, we offer a fantastic team, a warm and supportive working environment, and a strong commitment to ongoing professional development. We are looking for a dynamic, well-organised, reliable and enthusiastic individual to head the catering in our modern, well-equipped academy kitchen. Duties and responsibilities Work in line with the Fierte food expectations providing fresh nutritious food Promote and encourage healthy food choices Nurture and support individual children's needs with special dietary requirements Maintain high levels of hygiene Undertake statutory training Complete all paperwork to comply with legislation Work within school budget Be committed to safeguarding ensuring the welfare of all children in our care Experience and skills desired but not essential as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will: Hold a catering qualification Be a good communicator Hold a current hygiene certificate Have some level of previous catering experience Work well under pressure Have a friendly and approachable manner Be able to work upon their own initiative How to apply Applicants should download the application form at the bottom of the advertisement and submit the completed application form to hr@fierte.org by the closing date. To find out more information about the role or to arrange a visit to the Academy please contact the Trust Catering Manager at lcarr@fierte.org. The application form and full details of the role can be downloaded via website Fierté Multi-Academy Trust - Vacancies (fierte.org) Please note that CV’s will NOT be accepted. Application timeline Closing date: Monday, 18 th May 2026 Shortlisting date: Tuesday,19 th May 2026 Interview date: Tuesday, 2 nd June 2026 Safeguarding Statement Fierté Multi-Academy Trust and Manor Park Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record and other relevant safeguarding information that may make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity .