Catering Assistant

Abacus Primary School, Wickford
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Job Ref No. ECC3257-153S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 2 point 4
Position Start Date: 08/06/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 22/05/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Week beginning 1/6/26  

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We are looking for an enthusiatic and hard working individual to join our catering team for two hours per day 11.30am to 1.30pm five days a week (10 hours per week)

You will support the preparation and service of high‑quality meals, ensuring excellent hygiene standards and contributing to a positive dining experience for pupils and staff. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with catering or school kitchen experience looking for a term‑time only role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with food preparation, cooking and service
  • Assist with the setting up of dining halls.
  • Support with food service
  • Wash dishes and kitchen equipment using dishwashers
  • Carry out general kitchen and dining area cleaning
  • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health & safety
  • Work collaboratively with the Catering Manager and kitchen team

Our Governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will be offered a position subject to full pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory medical checks and 2 satisfactory references.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or for further information please contact the school office on 01268 571018

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Heidi Blakeley
Tresco Way
The Wick, Wickford
Essex, SS12 9GJ
Telephone: 01268 571018
Email: head@abacus.essex.sch.uk

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