IF APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION Please download the application pack from our school website:
https://www.saintedmunds.org.uk/home/vacancies/vacancies-support
Assistant Catering Manager (REF: ACM26)
Pay Band 5
Salary £26,473 - £28,239 (Pro Rata £22,960.24 - £24,491.90)
Term Time Only
Hours of Work: 6.30am 2.30pm Monday to Thursday (6.30am – 2pm Friday)
37 hours per week
To Start September/October 2026
We are seeking an Assistant Catering Manager to support our kitchen team. You will help prepare fresh, healthy meals, manage daily kitchen operations, and lead the team in the Catering Manager's absence. An enhanced DBS will be required to be in place prior to the start of employment.
What We Are Looking For
- Proven experience in a busy kitchen or school catering environment.
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong knowledge of health, safety, and allergen guidelines.
- Great leadership and communication skills to work with children and adults.
- A calm, organized approach and the ability to work well under pressure.
Applications should be returned FAO: Headteacher, St Edmund’s
Catholic School, Arundel Street, Portsmouth, PO1 1RX quoting the reference “ACM26” or electronically to [email protected]
In line with Safer Recruitment guidance we DO NOT accept CV’s.
As part of our Safer Recruitment guidance social media profiles will be checked upon appointment.
As we are unable to offer a sponsorship, we can only accept applications from candidates that already have the right to work in the UK.
If you are interested in applying, please submit an application form and shortlisted candidates may be interviewed prior to this. The closing date is Thursday 20th August 2026 at midday.
The school is committed to safeguarding and the promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of appointment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,473.00-£28,239.00 per year
Work Location: In person
