CATERING ASSISTANT
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Position Overview & Specifications
Number of Posts 1
Grade FLW.
Salary £10.5 an hour
Term Part-time.
Perm / FTC Permanent.
Required (04/06/2023 ) .
Hours 25 hours a week.
Closing Date 27/04/2023. Location Unity College, Towneley Holmes, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3DF (1308 on roll)
Tel: 01282 683010
School website: www.unity-college.com Summary We are looking to appoint a Catering Assistant to join the College Catering Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic person who already has previous experience within a catering environment. A Level 2/3 NVQ Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent is desirable and experience of HACCP. The position is initially on a temporary basis with the possibility of it being extended further.
The successful candidate will assist with the setting up for delivery of service, serving of food and drinks, till operation, general cleaning of kitchen and dining room, washing up.
We offer:
- excellent professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities;
- a high level of support for all new staff;
- the opportunity to work alongside excellent practitioners across the College;
- an exciting and stimulating place to work in a friendly environment;
- a modern, purpose-built building and excellent facilities
Unity College is a co-educational, 11-16 college. By September 2025, we will be the largest 11-16 secondary school in Lancashire, with 1500 students on roll. Despite our size, we are a close community with a family feel.
For further details about the post including details of how to apply, please visit https://unity-college.com/vacancies/
Applications to be returned for the attention of Mrs E Johnson, Headteachers PA either by hand or email (e.johnson@unity.lancs.sch.uk)
Application forms and further information can be downloaded from the college website www.unity-college.com. If you require a paper copy of the application form, please email e.johnson@unity.lancs.sch.uk and one will be sent out to you.
If you require further details please contact the Catering Manager, Ingrid Verpoorten on 01282 683010 or i.verpoorten@unity.lancs.sch.uk
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and the appointment will be conditional upon DBS enhanced clearance
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for CATERING ASSISTANT roles across Lancashire County Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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