Cross Lane Primary School

Do you want to contribute to a fast paced, supportive environment?

Can you demonstrate good humour and a shared belief that every child should and will reach their full potential in a welcoming, stimulating environment?

If so, our Catering Manager  position could be for you!

Salary: Pay Scale: 6, point 18-22 (£22,661 to £24,213). Hours: 30 hours per week (8:00am to 2:00pm).

Contract: Permanent part time contract, working term time only plus 5 days.

.Required as soon as possible.

“This is a good school” Ofsted, April 2023.

Cross Lane Primary School is looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Catering Manager  to join our ambitious team.

In this integral role, you will support School Leaders by managing, improving and developing our existing Catering Service, enhancing our school meal provision for pupils and staff.

We are looking to welcome someone who will:

• believe in the school’s vision and have high aspirations and expectations for all members of the school community;
• support a safe, stimulating nurturing and healthy environment for pupils and staff alike;
• bring experience, innovation and creativity to develop the existing catering service;
• be an inspirational leader to  our experienced and dedicated catering team, utilising considerate resourcefulness and knowledge of catering environments, to drive continual improvement for our catering offer;
• work cohesively with ambitious school leaders to implement continued business development and improvement;
• will embrace a new and exciting challenge; eager to initiate whole school projects and who is keen to contribute significantly to the future success of our school:

The main objectives of the role:

To provide a high quality catering service which supports the wellbeing of pupils and staff, whilst meeting school catering and health and safety standards. To co-manage the development of schools Catering Services initiative, using experience and creativity to support this exciting opportunity. To promote healthy, affordable and sustainable meal options throughout school and the wider community.

We can offer:

• amazing children, supportive families and a dedicated Governing Body
• the chance to join a passionate, positive and forward-thinking teaching and learning community, where wellbeing, dedication and innovation is positively promoted at all levels
• excellent opportunities for professional development within the school and within the school’s strong external partnerships  
• a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our school and local community 
• the freedom to ‘grow’ in a nurturing and enriching environment

We are proud of our fully inclusive school. If you would like any assistance with completing the application form, please do not hesitate to ask for support.   

Application forms should be returned to the School Business Manager, Mrs Fiona Hodgson: fhodgson@crosslane.calderdale.sch.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS (formerly CRB) from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. The school may/will check shortlisted candidates’ online activity prior to interview. This will involve a search for the candidate via Google, Facebook and/or LinkedIn.

Closing Date: Wednesday 24^th September 2025

Interviews: Monday 29^th September 2025

Opportunity for observing our Catering operations are welcomed and can be arranged by appointment.

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