Kitchen Assistant

East Midlands Education Trust; Watnall; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government / Teachers Pension

SAS Employee Assistance Programme

Cyclescheme

Job summary

The Kimberley School is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team. This role involves helping to prepare and serve nutritious school meals and supporting the smooth operation of our kitchen during term-time only.

The successful candidate will work 24.25 hours per week across 39 weeks, with pro rata pay. Experience in a school setting and good food hygiene knowledge are advantageous, and DBS checks will be completed as part of recruitment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school kitchen or similar setting.
• Knowledge of basic food hygiene principles.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and serving of school meals.
• Support a friendly catering team.
• Demonstrate reliability and teamwork.

Job description

Reference: OCT20262577

Expiry date: 09:00, Mon, 26th Oct 2026

Location: The Kimberley School

Benefits: All employees:- Local Government / Teachers Pension Scheme Permanent, contracted employees:- SAS Employee Assistance Programme- Cyclescheme

Scale 1, point 3 - £25,614 pro rata per annum (Actual salary £14,601.37)

Permanent, Part Time - 24.25 hours per week, 39 weeks - Term Time Only

Start Date - as soon as possible

Join Our Team at The Kimberley School - Where Every Day Makes a Difference

The Kimberley School is a vibrant, welcoming and ambitious place to work. We are dedicated to helping every student thrive-academically, socially and personally. Our staff team play a vital role in creating an exceptional learning environment, and we are proud of the outstanding quality of education that we provide.

We are now looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly and hardworking catering team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real contribution to our school community by helping to prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals that support our student’s wellbeing and learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Assist with the preparation and serving of delicious school lunches


• Work as part of an enthusiastic and supportive team


• Demonstrate reliability, teamwork and a positive approach to their work

Experience in a school or workplace kitchen and a good understanding of food hygiene principles would be highly advantageous, although we welcome anyone with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

If you are passionate about supporting a thriving school community and enjoy working in a dynamic kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 9:00am on Monday 26th October 2026

Interviews to be held shortly afterwards

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates prior to that date. Should this prove successful we may close to new applicants earlier so please don’t delay in submitting your application.