Catering Assistant (Fixed-Term)

Catering Assistant (Fixed Term)

Penistone Grammar School

Contract Fixed-Term – until 21 July 2027 in the first instance

Hours/Weeks: Term-Time only

Monday to Friday, 13.75 hours per week (within timescales of 11.45am–14.45pm)

Salary Range: Grade 2, SCP 3

Hourly Rate: £12.85 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

About the role:

We are looking for a Catering Assistant to join our outstanding Catering team on a temporary basis until 21st July 2027 (in the first instance).

The successful candidate will assist with all duties associated with a very busy and fast-paced school kitchen, including:

• Washing up and cleaning duties
• Setting up and clearing away equipment and tables
• Cleaning of kitchen and serving equipment
• Preparation and serving of food
• Restocking food items (may involve manual handling / lifting of heavy items)
• Cashless till operation

About Penistone Grammar School:

Our school culture is built around our 5 Core Values: Aim High, Be Determined, Be Kind, Be Proud and Be Supportive. We are also extremely proud of our ambition to achieve excellence through a values driven education. We are a vibrant, oversubscribed 11 to 18 comprehensive school with excellent GCSE results across all subjects and are recognised as one of the highest performing schools in the region in terms of Key Stage 4 outcomes.

We are committed to professional development for all staff, regardless of role. We have an innovative staff development programme, which truly empowers teachers to take control of their own professional development through a supportive peer-coaching model. Regardless of what point you are at in your career and whatever your aspirations may be, Penistone Grammar School can support you to achieve them. As a school, we pride ourselves on innovative practice, consistently high standards of teaching and learning, and a commitment to the success of all students, both academically and pastorally. If you share our vision, we want you to be part of our team.

Catering Assistant (Fixed-Term).pdf

Application Form.docx

How to Apply?

Please complete and submit the attached Associate Staff Application Form to [email protected] by 10am on the 23rd of October 2026

For any questions about the role or our school, please contact Rebekah Williams (HR Officer) on 01226 762114 or email [email protected]

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