Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Catering Assistant who is willing to play a leading role in our team, feeding patients, visitors and staff. Ensuring we keep a clean and hygienic environment, while we prepare to move to our new building.
Contract:Permanent
Salary:Competency Based Framework, Band 2, £24,323 to £24,529 pro rata, competency-based framework with enhancements for weekends and Bank Holidays
Working Pattern:30 Hours per week, 4 x 7.5-hour shifts, 06.30-14.30 and 10.30-18.30, 2 weekends per month
Based at:Heald Green
Call to action - How to Apply
If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact Caroline Smith on 0161 498 3660 or email csmith@sah.org.uk if more information is required.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.
Timescales
Closing Date: 16th June 2025
Interview Date: 23rd June 2025
Main duties of the job
- To support the work of the Hospice in its provisionof specialist palliative care by assisting the catering team to meet the food service aims and objectives.
- The Catering Assistant plays a fundamental part in supporting the catering provision by ensuring all requirements for patients, visitors and staff are fully met.
- The role requires someone who can show sensitivity and empathy as we support our patients and their families whilst in our care.
About us
At St Ann's, there's one thing that motivates us, and that's providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.
We're continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure St Ann's is in the best shape possible for future generations.
You'll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.
Key Benefits
- 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
- Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
- Health cash plan
- Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
- Life cover
- Free parking
- Discounted lunches on site
- Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
- Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
- IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential
Details
Date posted
05 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,323 to £24,529 a year Band 2 Competency Based Pay Framework
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0256-25-0021
Job locations
St. Anns Hospice
St. Anns Road North
Heald Green
Cheadle
Cheshire
SK8 3SZ
Employer details
Employer name
St Ann’s Hospice
Address
St. Anns Hospice
St. Anns Road North
Heald Green
Cheadle
Cheshire
SK8 3SZ
Employer's website
https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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