Smestow Academy – Windmill Crescent, Wolverhampton, WV3 8HU 

The role:  

Can you commit to feeding hungry tummies as well as hungry minds? We serve more than just a meal in our kitchens. Smestow Academy runs a busy kitchen that caters for pupils, staff and visitors. The kitchen is operational for 39 weeks of the year. The Catering Assistant will be responsible to the Head Chef, who in turn is ultimately responsible to the Headteacher. The Catering Assistant will assist the Head Chef in the smooth running of the school’s central kitchen, meal production and hygiene within the kitchen and bistro area through completion of delegated tasks.  

About you:
We are looking for someone to assist with the preparation, cooking, cleaning and serving of meals to pupils and staff. 

Your key skills will include:  

• Having experience working within a similar busy kitchen environment;  

• Someone who has a commitment to working strategically as a part of a team and working
  collaboratively with the team; 

• Possessing excellent organisational and service skills; 

Please see job description for full list of skills, requirements and duties.  

About us:  

Smestow Academy recently joined Matrix Academy Trust in January 2023. We have a shared belief that no child should fail and are committed to improve life chances of all pupils through outstanding teaching. We offer opportunities for staff to coach and support each other and also offer a range of staff benefits including the Tech Scheme and an Employee Assistance Programme. 

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse. 

To apply please download an application form found below and send to 

the Headteacher, Ian Chamberlain: ichamblerlain@smestowacademy.co.uk  

Application Deadline: 10th January 2025

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early 

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education