School Kitchen Assistant – Term-Time (1:30–3:30)

Horton Lodge Special School; Leek; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme)

Thinkwell health support

Job summary

Horton Lodge Special School is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join a small, dedicated catering team during term-time hours (1:30pm–3:30pm, Mondays to Fridays). You will support meal preparation and service for pupils aged 2-11 with complex needs, maintaining high hygiene standards and a safe kitchen environment.

Join a warm, welcoming school community that values safeguarding, teamwork and continuous training.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or school environment is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow hygiene procedures.

Responsibilities

• Washing, drying and putting away items used by the catering team.
• Washing, drying and putting away after the lunch service.
• Assist other kitchen staff as part of the team.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen and school environment.
• Promote safeguarding, equality and the overall ethos of the school.

Skills

Reliable

Team player

Attention to detail

Hygiene standards

Job description

Horton Lodge Special School is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join a small, dedicated catering team during term-time hours (1:30pm–3:30pm, Mondays to Fridays). You will support meal preparation and service for pupils aged 2-11 with complex needs, maintaining high hygiene standards and a safe kitchen environment.

Join a warm, welcoming school community that values safeguarding, teamwork and continuous training.