Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 5.00 Weeks per Year: 45.610 Pay Grade: Level 3The Role
Principal: Ms J Schofield | Required: As soon as possible | Catering Assistant| 5 hours per week, Monday to Friday | Actual Salary (£2,646 to £2,690) Pay Award Pending
The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Catering Assistants to join our Hospitality Team. The successful candidates will be assisting with the day-to-day provision of an efficient catering service, including during lunch times, while meeting the needs of the Academy. Previous experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided. Our ideal candidate should have great people skills, be able to work as part of a team, be flexible with a positive ‘can do’ attitude. The post will be working 5 hours per week with the possibility of additional hours as and when required.
As an Academy we have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships, and support for all students. We believe having high expectations of behaviour and attitudes enables teachers to teach and students to develop in a caring, supportive environment.
The Academy boasts outstanding facilities, a state-of-the-art learning environment and was judged ‘Good’ following an inspection by Ofsted in January 2019. Our growth programme includes a £4.5 million additional teaching facility. The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central team. Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority.
Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk to discuss.
The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 25.2% discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 30% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services.
Alpha Academies are committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.
The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes.
If you feel that the position is of an interest, you have the right experience and skills and are ready for fresh challenges, then we would love to hear from you. To apply, simply click on the 'Apply Now' button located at the top of this page, directing you to the Alpha Academies Trust vacancy portal.
If you're already registered, please log in to submit your application. New users can register using the sign-up option and proceed to submit their application. Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our HR/Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk
Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.
Closing Date for this Post: Monday 4th November 2024 at 9:00am
Interview Date: Week Commencing 4th November 2024
Qualifications
Qualification Title | Grade | |
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A Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene or working towards one |
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Skills
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A Foundation Certificate in Food Hygiene or working towards one. |
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Experience/Knowledge | |
Previous catering experience. |
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Work under pressure and maintain a professional input at all times. |
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Awareness and sensitivity with regard to equal opportunities and race equality. |
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Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
Enthusiastic in promoting the Hospitality Service. |
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Demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. |
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Personal Attributes | |
Willing to wear protective clothing as provided. Footwear must be adequately able to protect the feet and have slip resistant soles. |
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An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English. |
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Able to take holidays during Academy closure periods. Please note that this requirement may change as the business models changes. |
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Safeguarding Information
The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. Please note, references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.
Please note, in order to comply with Safer Recruitment guidelines, we are unable to accept CV’s. You must include all details within your profile and personal statement.
Discovery Academy
Discovery Drive
Bentilee
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST2 0GA
Alphα Academies Trust
recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk