We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Catering Assistant – Ysgol Bro Teifi

Closing date: 24/07/2026

Reference: REQ106794

15 hours / Permanent

24,796 *

Llandysul

*All salary values are pro-rata.

About the role

The Governors of Ysgol Bro Teifi are seeking to appoint a Catering Assistant to work in the school kitchen.

The successful candidate will work as part of a highly successful catering team that provides high-quality food for pupils and staff.

The successful candidate will:

  • Carry out food catering duties, including the preparation of drinks, vegetables and other food items.
  • Undertake general duties, including washing equipment and crockery, and cleaning all areas and surrounding spaces.
  • Serve meals, and set up and clear tables as required.
  • Occasionally, when the Supervisor/Cook is absent, undertake basic food preparation and cooking tasks under supervision.
  • Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with other school staff, pupils and members of the public to promote a positive school environment.
  • Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or be willing to work towards obtaining one).

The ability to work through the medium of Welsh is desirable but not essential for this post.

Job Description and Person Specification

For an informal discussion about this position, please contact the Business Manager of Ysgol Bro Teifi, Mrs Angharad Morgan-Jones, on 01559 362503 or by email at morg-jonea@broteifi.ceredigion.sch.uk

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture

We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows: 

  • School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
  • Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
  • Pupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
  • Education Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy support
  • School Admissions
  • Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
  • Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
  • Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
  • Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training
Llandysul
Historically, Llandysul was the hub of the Welsh woollen industry where thousands of people were employed in the water driven mills during the industrial revolution.
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