Catering Assistant

Role: Catering Assistant

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Grade 2, SCP 2 FTE £22366 per annum, pro-rata salary £7,632 pa

Location: Bowland High

Contract type: Part Time 15 hours per week, Term time only

Contract term: Permanent

Closing date: Midday 11th October 2024

Due to the success of our catering provision and the increase in number of pupils and staff accessing the facility, we have a new opportunity to join our team.

To support the Catering Manager with preparing, cooking, and serving meals, clearing and washing all catering equipment within the kitchen and dining hall. 

If you would like any further details or to visit Bowland please contact Mrs Dakin hdakin@bowland.atctrust.org.uk

Our school:

• A highly successful and oversubscribed school

• High academic achievement 

• Outstanding Ofsted report 

• Innovative, modern, and exciting learning environments

• Spectacular rural location

• A strong sense of community, in a safe and caring environment

• Supportive and dynamic work teams

The person:

• A team player with good communication skills

• The ability to work with autonomy in a helpful and diplomatic manner

• A sound understanding of a school environment 

• A strong sense of professional integrity 

• The ability to adapt to a wide range of duties

Our promise:

• A commitment to professional development

• A highly supportive team

• A Senior Leadership Team that is receptive to fresh approaches and innovations

Bowland High is a co-educational secondary academy based in Grindleton, near Clitheroe in Lancashire, for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school.

Bowland High overlooks the River Ribble and Pendle Hill from an elevated position.

Values and vision

Bowland High believes that because it is a small school, it is much easier for staff to get to know all pupils. The whole school community is able to understand the specific needs and interests of individual students and to monitor their progress. The secondary school aims for its pupils to thrive in a secure environment, where students learn from each other as well as from their teachers.

Bowland High prides itself on being a school founded on mutual respect and responsibility, with high standards of behaviour. It considers itself to be forward-looking, but it is also proud of and true to its heritage.

Ofsted report



“All pupils progress to further education, employment or training as a result of exceptional careers advice and guidance. Staff give wholehearted support to pupils to enable their transition to the next stage of their lives. Pupils are taught to respect people from other backgrounds and to treat people fairly. They are actively encouraged to make a positive contribution to society. As a result, they are exceptionally well prepared for life in modern Britain. Staff training programmes encourage staff to be reflective practitioners, always looking to further improve.”

Safeguarding Information

AtC Trust and its Schools are committed to safeguarding children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose all unspent/unfiltered criminal convictions.

Achievement Through Collaboration Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination, and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We understand how important choosing the right school is and so, on behalf of our children and staff, we warmly invite you to visit our school and experience for yourself the quality of education we offer.