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Job Ref No. ECC3730-43S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 2 FTE £24,796
Position Start Date: 29/09/2025 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 24/09/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: 26/09/2025  

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Kitchen Assistant Vacancy

Radwinter CofE Primary School
�� Radwinter, Essex
��Monday to Friday, 11:30am - 1:30pm (Term Time Only)

We are seeking a friendly, reliable and hardworkingKitchen Assistantto join our catering team at Radwinter CofE Primary School. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the smooth running of our school kitchen and help provide nutritious meals to our pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with the preparation and simple cooking of food and beverages
Serve meals to pupils at the counter or hatch
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas
Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, surfaces, and floors
Ensure tables and counters are clean and well-stocked during service
Follow food safety, health & safety, and hygiene regulations
Support occasional school events outside normal hours (by prior agreement)

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience in food preparation, basic cooking, and cleaning duties
Understands the importance of hygiene and cleanliness in a catering environment
Can communicate clearly with children and adults
Works well as part of a team and is willing to learn
Is organised, punctual, and able to manage their time effectively
Understands and supports the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies

What we offer:

A welcoming and supportive school environment
Regular hours during term time - ideal for work-life balance
Opportunities for training and development
A role that makes a real difference to the school community

��Start Date: Monday 29th September (or as soon as possible after this date)


��To apply or find out more, please contact Lindsay Smith at admin@radwinter.essex.sch.uk

Information about the School

Growing and learning together to embrace life in all its fullness.

In the life of our school, this means that we provide a caring, happy and secure environment where every child feels valued and can flourish. It reflects a Christian understanding that God's love is for everyone recognising that every child has individual talents, needs and a worthy contribution to make.

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.

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Contact Information

Emily Bartram
Water Lane
Radwinter, Saffron Walden
Essex, CB10 2TX
Telephone: 01799 599248
Email: head@radwinter.essex.sch.uk

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