Job Ref No. ECC2330-112S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 2 pt 4
Position Start Date: 14/09/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 01/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Week Beginning 7th September 2026  

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Chipping Hill Primary School is a busy, friendly and welcoming community where staff support one another and work together to ensure every child has a positive, happy experience at school. Our team is committed, upbeat and hands‑on, and we are looking for someone who shares that energy.

We are seeking a Kitchen Assistantto join our lunchtime team, working 10 hours per week, 12:00pm - 2:00pm, Monday to Friday, term time only. The role is atScale 2 point 4 @ £13.05 per hour. £5,692.00 actual salary.

This role involves:

  • Serving meals to children and helping to create a calm, enjoyable lunchtime experience
  • General cleaning duties, including dinner and cooking equipment and machines
  • Maintaining high standards of hygiene
  • Supporting with food preparation and the salad bar where required
  • Working positively and effectively as part of a team

The role is physical and fast‑paced, but we offer a warm, supportive environment and full training will be provided. We are looking for someone cheerful, reliable and willing to get stuck in.A strong team ethos and positive relationships are central to how we work, and we're looking for someone who contributes to that.

Chipping Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearances and satisfactory references. The successful candidate will start as soon as all employment checks and references are completed.

Visits to the school are welcomed. For further information, please contact our Business Manager, Mrs Kim Farren.

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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Mrs. Kim Farren
Chipping Hill Primary School
Owers Road, Witham
Essex, CM8 1FR
Telephone: 01376 512201
Email: K.Farren@chippinghill.essex.sch.uk

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