Term-Time School Kitchen Assistant – Healthy Meals Champion

North East Combined Authority; Bedlington; Hybrid; GBP 8,900 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Stead Lane Primary School in Bedlington is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our school kitchen and provide hot, healthy meals for children. The post is permanent and initially 15 hours per week, term time plus 4 days holiday cleaning, increasing to 30 hours per week from May 2027. The role involves food preparation, cooking and serving meals, and assisting with kitchen cleaning.

Prior experience is desirable; full training will be provided. DBS checks and safeguarding procedures apply.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, cooking and serving of meals.
• Help with kitchen cleaning and washing dishes.
• Cover the Unit Manager when needed and other kitchen duties.

Job description

Stead Lane Primary School in Bedlington is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our school kitchen and provide hot, healthy meals for children. The post is permanent and initially 15 hours per week, term time plus 4 days holiday cleaning, increasing to 30 hours per week from May 2027. The role involves food preparation, cooking and serving meals, and assisting with kitchen cleaning.

Prior experience is desirable; full training will be provided. DBS checks and safeguarding procedures apply.