Key Role Information

Salary
£25,615.00 - £27,275.00 (Actual Salary for 17 Hours Per Week and 39 Working Weeks: £10,198.13 - £10,859.03)
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
02/11/2026 08:00
Interview
W/C 09/11/2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
L.E.A.D Support Payscale - Banded | SCP 3 - SCP 7
Department
Lunchtime Support
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
17.00
Weeks per year
39.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Part Time Catering Assistant

17 hours per week

Monday to Thursday - 3.5 hours per day. Friday - 3 hours per day.

Term Time Only (39 weeks per year)


About The Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our friendly catering team at The Birley Academy. This rewarding role involves supporting the preparation, presentation and service of healthy, nutritious meals for our students and staff. Working closely with the Catering Manager and wider kitchen team, you will help maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene and customer service while creating a welcoming dining environment where students can enjoy their meals and feel valued. Every day, your contribution will play an important role in supporting the wellbeing of our school community.


What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a reliable, positive and hardworking individual who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering excellent service. You will have experience in a catering, hospitality or food service environment, a good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy setting. We are seeking someone who is organised, flexible and committed to maintaining high standards while supporting the health and wellbeing of our students through the provision of nutritious meals.


Why Join Us?

At The Birley Academy, every role makes a difference. As part of our supportive academy and the wider L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, you will join a welcoming team where your contributions are valued and your development is encouraged. In return, you will benefit from training and development opportunities, a strong focus on wellbeing, excellent employee benefits and the opportunity to make a positive impact on students every day. This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career within a Trust that is committed to investing in its people and helping them succeed.



About Us

At the Birley Academy our vision is simple – we challenge ourselves and each other to be our best selves, demonstrating our school values every day, in all situations.


The Birley Academy

HR Team

hr@birleysecondaryacademy.co.uk

The Birley Academy
Birley Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S12 3BP

Safeguarding Information

L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.


L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.