Catering Assistant

Alec Hunter Academy, Braintree
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Job Ref No. ECC4010-148S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Actual salary: £10,899.45 - £11,245.39 per annum
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 11/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Week commencing: Monday 14 September 2026  

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20 hours per week, 37 weeks a year (term time plus INSET Days)

We are currently seeking to recruit Catering Assistants to join the catering team. This post will assist the Catering Manager in the preparation, delivery and clearing away of food. Previous experience is not essential, as training will be provided, the successful candidate be enthusiastic, motivated and have excellent communication skills.

Alec Hunter Academy is a mixed 11-16 comprehensive school with an established reputation as a welcoming and forward-thinking learning community. As a member of the Saffron Academy Trust, we work in close partnership with a small family of schools in north-west Essex, including Saffron Walden County High, one of the highest performing schools in the county. Numerous opportunities for professional development exist through this partnership and our membership of several local networks.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service check at enhanced level will be required for this post. If you would like to visit the school prior to making an application, please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange this.

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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Jill Cochrane
Stubbs Lane, Braintree
Essex, CM7 3NR
Telephone: 01376 559334
Email: recruitment@alechunter.com

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