Catering Assistant Permanent - Ashley Academy

Ashley Academy is seeking to appoint a Catering Assistant to assist in the preparation, serving and presentation of all food and beverages as directed by the Cook in Charge whilst ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. A background in catering would be preferred but is not essential. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in appropriate training. Ashley Academy embraces a fully inclusive ethos, encouraging every member of the school community to aim high. Learning and the pursuit of strong academic achievement, is central to our academy, with all children supported to reach their full potential. Our exciting curriculum is broad, balanced, and relevant, with meaningful learning experiences that help children build core skills they can apply in everyday life. Our Academy maintains an open-door policy for parents, carers, and the wider community. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to take part in school life, sharing their skills and experiences to enrich the children's learning. At Ashley Academy, we Aspire and Achieve; we are Resilient and Proud. These core values, together with our focus on respect, resilience, and reflection, equip our children to thrive both in school and as thoughtful, confident individuals ready to make a positive impact in the wider world. We warmly invite you to explore opportunities with us. The mission of WISE Academies is to provide a high-quality educational community, which offers life-changing opportunities in a safe, creative and exciting environment. All are valued and inspired to flourish and grow as individuals.

We can offer you:

The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, in the Academy and as part of WISE Trust. Exceptionally enthusiastic children and families who love WISE Academies. Competitive Salary. Local Government Pension Scheme. 25 days annual leave rising to 28 after 5 years. Excellent wellbeing package including GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling and support networks. Excellent training and peer support. A creative environment that supports and enhances our vision and inclusive ethos. An attractive and well-resourced school in the heart of its community. A commitment to managing staff workload and well-being at all times. On- going commitment to your professional development. WISE Academies set high expectations for staff and students in order to meet our mission and raise standards. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. WISE Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online. Applicants must have authorisation to work in the UK. You can apply online through the North East Jobs Website, go to WISE Academies Jobs and click Apply for Catering Assistant - Temporary - Ashley Academy• For further details, please see the supporting documents section of this advert. For any queries, please contact WISE Recruitment Team by telephone 0191 7070125 [option 5] or e-mail recruitment@wiseacademies.co.uk Please quote the vacancy reference when requesting additional information.

Closing Date:

12 noon on Monday 13th July 2026

Shortlisting:

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