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Kitchen Assistant

£7.47k - £7.59k per annum

Reference

Grade

Salary

£7,470 - £7,588

Term

Part-time, Term-time

Type

Support

Hours

12.5

About This Role

12.5 Hours per week / Term Time only / Permanent / 12.00pm – 2.30pm / Monday – Friday.

Required September 2026.

Applications are invited for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Kitchen Assistant at Matthew Moss High School. Matthew Moss High School is part of the Watergrove Trust.

The Ideal Candidate Will

  • Have a sound knowledge of Health and Safety and be committed to adhering to school policies and procedures
  • Have excellent communication skills with an understanding of verbal and written instructions.
  • Have the ability to work as a member of a team and on their own initiative without supervision.
  • Having the ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Duties To Include

  • Washing up and cleaning to a high standard
  • Food preparation and service
  • Ideally the candidate will hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, however training will be provided for the successful candidate.
  • The chance to contribute towards our transformational ethos
  • Excellent CPD focused on an outstanding curriculum experience
  • Wonderful students who enjoy learning
  • A friendly and supportive Senior Leadership Team
  • The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staff
  • Subscription to occupational health provider (Smart Clinic)
  • Cycle to work scheme

Matthew Moss High School is an oversubscribed school with a “Good” Ofsted judgement and an established reputation for providing excellent professional development within a culture of learning and innovation. They describe pupils’ behaviour as good. Relationships between staff and pupils are a real strength. Staff morale is high, and 96% of staff said that they are proud to be a member of staff at the school.

If you would like to arrange a visit to our school or have any other questions, please contact ***email_hidden***

How To Apply

Please complete our application form via our online portal by 11.59pm on Thursday 9th July 2026

Shortlisting will take place soon after with interviews planned

W/C 12th July 2026

  • Previous applicants need not apply*

Please be aware that if you are shortlisted for interview that references (and online search checks) will be sought.

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