Midday Kitchen Assistant

High Lane Primary School

Andrew Lane

High Lane

Stockport

SK6 8JQ

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Midday Kitchen Assistant

Scale 1 Point 3 (£24,796 pro rata) actual salary £4,299.12 p.a.

7.5 Hours, Part Time

Term Time Only

Permanent

Start Date: 2nd September 2026

Application Deadline: Monday 13th July 2026 11:59pm

Please email completed application forms to ***email_hidden*** by the above deadline, application documents can be found and downloaded at the bottom of the page.

Interview Date: w/c 13th July 2026

Your Role

We are looking to appoint a Midday Kitchen Assistant post to work at High Lane Primary. This is a very exciting time for our Trust as we grow.

To be responsible to the Headteacher, or the Class Teacher under the overall authority of the Headteacher, for the supervision of pupils and the serving of meals during the lunch break.

The role and responsibilities involve:

• To assist with the basic preparation of food under the guidance of the Kitchen lead.
• Serve meals to pupils efficiently, ensuring portion control and dietary requirements are respected.
• Collection of crockery and cutlery at the end of service.
• To assist with the daily preparation of the dining room and counter.
• To undertake cleaning duties in the kitchen and dining room, to include the washing of crockery and cutlery.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining hall.
• Support with the supervision of children at lunchtime whilst eating in the dining hall and encourage young children to eat their food and assist pupils with the development of good table manners.
• Comply with food handling and hygiene standards
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations

About You

This post requires Level 1 Food Safety and Hygiene certificate. This and all relevant training will be given and opportunities for further CPD is a priority within our trust.

About Our School

Four Rivers Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, online checks and clearances by the DBS.

Please note that this is a private organisation and the appointed candidate will be employed by Four Rivers Trust directly.

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