Catering Assistant

Mullion School, part of Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to work in our very successful School kitchen. All food is prepared on site and served at morning break and lunchtimes. This post is currently 9 hours for two days a week only. About The Role: We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly school kitchen team. This part-time role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment and wants to make a positive difference to our pupils’ school day. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the preparation and serving of healthy, nutritious meals to students. Help maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment. Wash up and tidy kitchen equipment and dining areas. Support the kitchen team with general tasks as needed. Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times. What We Offer: A supportive and welcoming team environment. Training in food hygiene and kitchen safety. The opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of our students. About You: Friendly, approachable, and a good team player. Reliable and punctual, with a positive attitude. Willing to learn and follow instructions. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as training will be provided. Benefits of Working with Us: As a leading Academy Trust, we are able to offer our staff a range of continued professional development opportunities alongside family friendly policies and access to the Local Government/Teachers Pension Schemes. More on our benefits can be found here . How to Apply and Further Info: To be considered for this role, please click the “Apply” button above to submit your online application. The closing date is the 25th September 2026 If you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Sue Bennett, Head’s PA, sbennett@mullion.tpacademytrust.org Interview Date: to be confirmed If you encounter any issues with the online application, please contact the Talent Team for assistance at Talent@tpacademytrust.org. TPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application as part of their pre-employment administration. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Other pre-employment checks will include receipt of two satisfactory references, evidence of right to work in the UK, proof of any relevant qualifications and completion of a health assessment questionnaire.