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Assistant Cook

Stanway Primary School, Colchester
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Job Ref No. ECC2041-125 Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 3, point 6-7
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 13/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Week Commencing 14th September  

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Stanway Primary School - Assistant Cook

Hours: 25 hours per week, 9:00am to 2:00pm Monday to Friday (Term time only)

Pay Range: Local Government Scale 3 point 5-6

Actual Salary: (£15,138 - £15,377)

Start Date: ASAP

At Stanway Primary School we put the children at the centre of everything we do and we expect our staff to embrace this ethos. The successful candidate will join a whole school team which is committed to achieving success and enjoyment for all.

We are looking for an Assistant Cook who is enthusiastic, caring and friendly to join our highly successful catering team. The successful applicant will support the Catering Manager by preparing, cooking and serving of the school meals, as well as supervising other kitchen staff, managing allergens, clearing away, and cleaning.

The successful candidate will:

· have a calm and positive manner

· be flexible and well organised

· have the ability to work as part of a team

· be caring and supportive

Stanway Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.

Please contact the school for further information on 01206 574819 or email admin@stanway-pri.essex.sch.uk

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

Rebecca Loader
Villa Road
Stanway, Colchester
Essex, CO3 0RH
Telephone: 01206 574819
Email: admin@stanway-pri.essex.sch.uk
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