Part-time Catering Assistant (2 posts) 24 hours a week term time only (39 weeks per year) Monday – Wednesday 9.45 am to 2.45 pm Thursday – Friday 10.15 am – 2.45 pm Grade B Points 2 - £13,742 (actual salary) Are you looking for your next challenge? Would you like to join a school where relationships are key and contribute to an caring and nurturing environment where young people flourish under the guidance of a dedicated and professional team of staff? We are seeking to appoint 2 part-time Catering Assistants to join us as soon as possible. The postholders will, under the leadership of the Catering Manager assist with the production and serving of food items and in the care and cleaning of the kitchen and catering equipment, in accordance with the School’s standards. What we offer: We have a great deal of experience in the further development of our staff. Our appraisal approach is one of coaching under the banner of ‘Growing Great People’. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment with an excellent induction programme. We pride ourselves on our relationships across our school community – ‘Staff are proud to work at Polesworth and staff retention is high’ (Ofsted, 2023). ‘There is a respectful and caring culture across the school’ (Ofsted, 2023). What you offer: We are seeking a passionate and driven individual with good communication and organisational skills and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our pupils and their communities. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity please contact us via e-mail, n.holland@thepolesworthschool.com. Applications are via the link on our website at www.thepolesworthschool.com/vacancies The Polesworth School is part of The Community Academies Trust, a multi-academy trust with the express purpose of transforming schools in community Hubs, through applying a holistic view of education. Closing date for applications is: 9.00 am on Friday 16 th January 2026. Interviews will take place shortly thereafter. The Trust Child Protection Policies and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Statement can be found at: https://www.communityacademiestrust.org/en-GB/trust-information. Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Community Academies Trust is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offender Act 1974. We expect all staff to share our safeguarding commitments and to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from Community Academies Trust vision and values. The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment. Community Academies Trust Company Registration No. 0747273-6 “Education is for improving lives and for leaving your community and world better than you found it”