Kitchen Assistant

Essex; Colchester; On-site; GBP 8,200 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Caring staff

Supportive environment

Job summary

The Bishop William Ward CE (VA) Primary School is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support the Catering Manager in daily preparation and service of fresh meals for pupils during term time. The role is 17.5 hours per week, 10:30–14:00, with a start date in October 2026 or sooner.

We value a caring disposition, a commitment to working with children, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. Visits to the school are welcome; safeguarding checks will apply.

Qualifications

• Have a caring and positive disposition.
• Have a commitment and passion to work with children.
• Want to be a member of a creative and dynamic staff team.

Responsibilities

• Our Kitchen Assistant will support our Catering Manager in the daily preparation and service of fresh home‑cooked food for our pupils.
• Experience of a similar environment would be an advantage, but not essential.

Skills

Caring

Teamwork

Initiative

Self-motivation

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC3324-120S | Position Type: Catering | Pay Range: Scale 2

Position Start Date: 01/10/2026 | Contract Type: Part-time | Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 08/09/2026 | Midday Date of Interviews: 15th September 2026

Kitchen Assistant, The Bishop William Ward Primary School

17.5 hours per week (5 days per week, 10:30 - 14:00, term time only).

Start date: October 2026 or sooner if available.

Overview

We are a friendly village school seeking to appoint a Kitchen Assistant who has a passion for cooking and providing high quality meals. We are looking for a self‑motivated individual who enjoys using their own initiative, as well as working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Our Kitchen Assistant will support our Catering Manager in the daily preparation and service of fresh home‑cooked food for our pupils. Experience of a similar environment would be an advantage, but not essential.

Qualifications

• Have a caring and positive disposition.
• Have a commitment and passion to work with children.
• Want to be a member of a creative and dynamic staff team.

Benefits

• The opportunity to work in a successful and supportive environment.
• A caring and friendly staff body.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact our school office from 1st September to arrange a visit: [e-mail].

The Bishop William Ward CE (VA) Primary School is committed to safeguarding principles and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures the successful applicant will be appointed subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory references, online checks and medical clearance.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Contact
Toby Bull
Coach Road
Great Horkesley, Colchester
Essex, CO6 4AT
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]