Broughton - Kitchen Assistant. 12.5 hours

Enquire Learning Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary academy in Wakefield is looking for a reliable and friendly Kitchen Assistant to join their catering team. You will assist with preparing and serving meals while ensuring cleanliness in the kitchen. The role requires good communication skills and offers training for candidates without prior experience. This position is part-time during term time and requires a commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Training and development opportunities

Regular working schedule during school term time

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for pupils.
• Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean and hygienic.
• Wash up and clean kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and food hygiene standards.
• Support the cook and other team members with daily tasks.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team ethic

Good communication skills

Job description

Broughton - Kitchen Assistant. 12.5 hours

Closing date for applications: 28 November 2025, 12:00pm

Interview Date: 3 December 2025

Reference Number: ELTOCT2511

Salary: NJC SCP2 for 12.5 hours

Location: Broughton Primary Academy

Hours: Part-time hours between 10:30am and 1:45pm (to be discussed at interview)

Term time only

DBS: Yes Enhanced with Barred List Check

Contract: Permanent

Are you passionate about creating a positive lunchtime experience for children? Broughton Primary is looking for a reliable, friendly, and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our dedicated catering team from 5th January 2026. Working at Broughton Primary is rewarding and challenging, but most of all never dull. Applications are welcomed from motivated, hard‑working and enthusiastic people who can work as part of our busy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for pupils
• Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean and hygienic
• Wash up and clean kitchen equipment and utensils
• Follow health and safety guidelines and food hygiene standards
• Support the cook and other team members with daily tasks

What We’re Looking For

• A positive attitude and a strong team ethic
• Good communication skills and a friendly manner with children
• Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential – training will be provided
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

We Offer

• A supportive school environment
• Training and development opportunities
• A regular working schedule during school term time
• A chance to make a difference in the daily lives of children

For any enquiries about the position please contact [e-mail] or telephone: [phone]. Pre‑arranged visits are welcomed.

Broughton Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be obtained and all ID and qualification checks will be made prior to appointment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service check and Disqualification by Association Disclosure. Please see our policies on our school website including the Privacy notice for job applicants – https://broughtonprimary.net/important-information/policies