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North East Ambition; Bedlington Station; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in Bedlington is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will uphold high food service standards, demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, and work flexibly as part of a caring and inclusive community. This role offers positive workplace benefits, including a Local Government Pension Scheme and employee assistance programs. Interested candidates should apply before the deadline of 15th January 2026.

Benefits

National Terms and Conditions of Employment

Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing

Lifestyle Savings with retail discounts

Discounted gym membership

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Exceptional standards in all aspects of food service and attention to detail is vital.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently, without close supervision and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Join the dedicated team at Bedlington Academy as a Catering Assistant.
• Support a positive and caring ethos within the school.
• Ensure high-quality food service to students.

Skills

Exceptional standards in food service

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Flexible working approach

Job description

Bedlington Academy is a part of the North East Learning Trust and is seeking to appoint a Catering Assistant to join our dedicated team.

Bedlington Academy is a caring, friendly and inclusive school that is driven by a clear focus on learning and a desire to develop high aspirations in our students. It is a loyal and close-knit community school where individuality is valued and where tolerance, acceptance and inclusiveness run deep.

We are committed to:

• A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students
• A positive and caring ethos
• An excellent learning environment and resources
• A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued

We will offer you:

• National Terms and Conditions of Employment
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing
• Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands
• Discounted gym membership
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal

The successful candidate will require:

• Exceptional standards in all aspects of food service and attention to detail is vital
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills
• The ability to work independently, without close supervision and as part of a team.
• Flexible in working approach and daily requirement

Deadline

Thursday 15th January 2026, noon

Interviews will take place week commencing 26th January 2026

Application packs can be downloaded from our website.

Application forms should be returned to [e-mail] or by post to Kelly Saunders, Support Services Manager, Bedlington Academy, Palace Road, Bedlington, NE22 7DS. You can, if you wish, submit a covering letter to support your application; please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre‑employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education” and the Trust’s Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.