Assistant Catering Manager – Permanent - WISE Academies
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time - term time
Advert Start Date:
09/09/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 21/09/2026 12:00
Salary:
SCP 21 – 24 £28,025 - £29,944 per annum (£33,143 - £35,412 FTE)
Job Category:
Catering / Cleaning
Employment Location:
WISE Academies
Further Information
About the Role
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dedicated Assistant Catering Manager to join our passionate team of professionals on a permanent basis.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting and overseeing catering operations across one of our Regional Hubs. Working closely with catering teams and the Trust Catering Manager, you will help maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and service across the Trust, while stepping in to lead the department during the Trust Catering Manager's absence.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Oversee Hub Catering Operations: Support catering teams across WISE Academies to consistently hit operational standards, nutritional guidelines, and service goals.
- Collaborate with Leadership: Work in close partnership with the Trust Catering Manager to deliver a high-quality, efficient service across the wider Trust.
- Leadership: Confidently step up to oversee the smooth, day-to-day running of the Catering Department in the absence of the Trust Catering Manager.
- Maintain High Standards: Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations (HACCP/COSHH).
- Engage the Community: Foster positive relationships with staff, pupils, and parents to deliver meals that contribute to a healthy, safe, and supportive school environment.
- Travel Between Sites: Be willing to drive to multiple sites across the Trust; must possess a full, clean driving licence and hold valid business-class vehicle insurance.
What We Can Offer You:
- Competitive Salary & Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- 28 Days Annual Leave
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Package: Includes access to private GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling, and staff support networks.
- Work-Life Balance: A genuine commitment from Trust leadership to manage staff workload and prioritise wellbeing at all times.
- Professional Development: Ongoing training, structured peer support, and opportunities for career progression across the Trust.
- Inspiring Environment: A creative, inclusive, and well-resourced workplace embedded in the heart of the community.
About WISE Academies
The mission of WISE Academies is to provide a high-quality educational community that offers life-changing opportunities in a safe, creative, and exciting environment. We set high expectations for both staff and students to achieve our mission and continuously raise standards across all our schools.
WISE Academies safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Local Safeguarding Board Procedures.
This post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Wise Academies will also consider carrying out an online search for all candidates to help identify any potential issues that are publicly available online.
You can apply online through the North East Jobs Website, go to WISE Academies Jobs and click Apply for *Assistant Catering Manager - Permanent - WISE Academies
For further details, please see the supporting documents section of this advert. For any queries, please contact WISE Recruitment Team by telephone 0191 7070125 [option 5] or e-mail recruitment@wiseacademies.co.uk
Please quote the vacancy reference when requesting additional information.
Closing Date: 12 noon on Monday 21st September 2026
Shortlisting: Wednesday 30th September 2026
Interviews: Monday 12th October 2026 at WISE Academies Head Office
Please note
This job is closed for applications.