<h1><strong>Catering Assistants - Schools (Blackpool &amp; Surrounding Areas)</strong></h1><p><strong>£12.21 per hour | Monday-Friday | Term Time</strong></p><p><strong>Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Required</strong></p><p>Are you enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about supporting children's wellbeing through healthy, nutritious meals? We are looking for dedicated <strong>Catering Assistants</strong> to join school catering teams across <strong>Blackpool and the surrounding areas</strong>.</p><p>This is a rewarding role within the education sector, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced kitchen environment and making a positive difference to pupils' daily experience.</p><hr /><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Supporting the preparation and service of hot and cold meals</li><li>Maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment</li><li>Assisting with food preparation and basic cooking tasks</li><li>Setting up the dining area and supporting lunchtime service</li><li>Operating kitchen equipment safely</li><li>Washing up and general kitchen cleaning duties</li><li>Providing a friendly, customer‑focused service to pupils and staff</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong> Requirements</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Enhanced Child Workforce DBS check</strong> (essential - or willingness to obtain one)</li><li>Previous kitchen or catering experience is beneficial but not essential</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team and follow instruction</li><li>Good communication skills</li><li>Reliable, punctual, and committed to safeguarding children</li><li>Must be available <strong>Monday to Friday</strong> during school hours</li></ul><hr /><h2><strong> What We Offer</strong></h2><ul><li>£12.21 per hour (weekly pay if via agency)</li><li>Regular weekday hours - perfect for work‑life balance</li><li>Supportive environments within local schools</li><li>Training and development opportunities</li><li>Immediate and ongoing assignments available</li></ul><h2><strong> Locations</strong></h2><p>We are recruiting across:</p><p><strong>Blackpool, Bispham, Poulton-le-Fylde, Fleetwood, Lytham St Annes, Thornton-Cleveleys, and nearby areas.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Please apply online if interested</p><p>Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.</p>

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