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Minibus Driver

Zero Hours Contract 

£15.10 per hour + excellent benefits.

We are seeking a number of conscientious minibus drivers, for both morning and afternoon shifts to drive our students to and from our school campuses on Chaucer Road and Bateman Street and to and from our designated transport destinations.

The post is term-time only (35 weeks per year), working Monday to Friday.

The hours are slightly flexible but generally run between the following hours:

• Morning: 7.00am-9.00am
• Afternoon: 4.00pm-6.00pm.

Additional driving may be available on an ad hoc basis.

Applicants must be at least 21 years and have held a clean full driving license for more than 12 months.Having a driving licence with a D1 category is an advantage.

How to apply 

Job Description 

If you have any questions, please contact the HR Team by email: hr@stmaryscambridge.co.uk or call: 01223 353253.

Closing date: Open end

Interview date:  To be confirmed.

We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.   

Food service assistant (FSA)

35 hours per week, Term time only, permanent contract 

Salary £17,829 per annum (£25,461 FTE) + excellent benefits 

At St Mary’s School in Cambridge, you can be YOU. We’re a unique school community that celebrates diversity and blends different languages, cultures and perspectives to create a true microcosm of the world. 

 We are seeking a dedicated Food Service Assistant (FSA) to manage and support the front-of-house operations for the catering team. In this vital role, the FSA will ensure that all food service areas are clean, organised and welcoming, whilst delivering high-quality customer service to students, staff and visitors. The role also involves assisting with afternoon event setups and ensuring that events run smoothly and professionally. You will be working closely with the Chef Manager and the kitchen team to ensure seamless operation and a high level of customer satisfaction. This is a key role in supporting the success of the School functions, grab-and-go services and catering events. 

Key duties include – but not limited to:  

• General kitchen tasks and duties.

• Adherence to food safety regulations and allergy guidelines.

• Support event catering for functions, including fine dining and summer programmes.

• All legal documentation kept electronically and up to date. 

This position is ideal for someone seeking a consistent part-time role that offers a balanced schedule with afternoons free. The term-time + 6 weeks nature of the position allows for some flexibility during school holidays, making it a great opportunity for someone seeking work-life balance while being part of a dedicated and professional team in a supportive environment. 

How to apply 

Candidate Pack/Job Description 

Closing date for applications: 29 October 2025 

Interviews: to be confirmed

We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.   

Part-Time Breakfast Chef  

Start November 2025

Permanent, Term Time only plus INSET days (35 weeks plus 4 days per annum).

Salary £10,375 per annum (FTE £25,943)

Job Purpose 

St Mary’s School is seeking a Part-Time Breakfast Chef from November 2025 to successfully prepare, cook and serve high-quality breakfast dishes in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards, maintain a clean, organized kitchen and ensure smooth morning service. Work is primarily at Mary Ward House, however all catering staff may be called on to work at any of the St Mary’s sites. Working 20 hours per week, term time only from 6am to 10am at Mary Ward House, you will be catering for those pupils who board at the school. The role is Monday to Friday but with a requirement to work some weekends on occasion. Some flexibility is required and you may be required to work additional hours to meet the business needs.

How to apply

Job Description

Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children. Candidates are required to bring with them the necessary ID documentation and any relevant qualification certificate(s), all of which must be originals. Further information of the interview format will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview. 

If you have any question, please contact the HR Team by email: hr@stmaryscambridge.co.uk or call: 01223 353253. 

Closing date for applications: 31 October 2025

Interviews: to be confirmed

We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.  

Catering Manager

Start Date: November 2025

Full Time, Permanent Contract

Salary £40,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Looking for your next catering role?  Want to improve your work life balance?

Catering for a prestigious independent school in central Cambridge, our dining offer provides fresh, nutritional food for approx. 350 pupils and 120 staff on a daily basis as well as ad hoc hospitality. As the school has summer lets and summer clubs.

Our Catering Team is at the heart of our School and they play a key part in ensuring that our students (aged from 3 years to 18) are offered a nutritious, interesting and diverse menu whether this is breakfast, lunch, dinner or healthy snacks – we all know that having a healthy diet and being ‘fully fuelled’ is essential for developing young people and aiding learning. A clear focus on customer experience and high levels of satisfaction.  So, this role is critical in the delivery of a first-class dining standard whilst keeping a balance on cost, food wastage/environmental factors and the management and development of the team across all School sites.

The catering team is made up of thirteen staff members, providing both catering and hospitality services across three sites. Each site has at least one Chef, supported by Food Services Assistants.

 The Catering Manager will be responsible for managing each team and delivering the catering and hospitality needs of the school to a high standard.

Job Description

How to apply

Closing date for applications: 5:00pm Wednesday 15 October 2025

Interviews: Date to be confirmed

We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and we reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.