Key Role Information

Salary
£24,796 FTE
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
15/04/2026 12:00
Interview
22 April 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Devon NJC Payscales | SCP3
Department
Catering Staff
Key stage
Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Hours per week
20.00
Weeks per year
38.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

We are seeking a Catering Assistant to join our busy catering team at Brixington Primary School. The post reports to the catering manager.  As a Catering Assistant, you will ensure a high level of food preparation, cooking, and service in line with our standards and policies. You will provide courteous and efficient service to students, and staff, assist with basic cooking, and maintain cleanliness and food hygiene.


The working hours are Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm, term time only.


To excel in this role, you will need 

  • basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene, training will be provided.
  • an understanding of health and safety practices
  • the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • experience in a catering environment and working with children which is desirable.
  • a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children which is essential.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. 


First Federation Trust require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.






Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Able to be an effective role model for the standards of behaviour expected of childrenessential
Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writingessential
Aware of the expectation to approach difference positively and able to adopt an inclusive approach to pupils of all backgroundsessential
Able to interact positively with a group of children or on a one-to-one basisessential
Can demonstrate/ evidence the ability to support children in developing positive behavioursessential
Awareness of school policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, Health & Safety and Data Protection
Able to manage children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and to be able to work effectively with them.
Understanding of how children play and socialise in a school environment

Experience

Experience of communicating effectively with colleaguesessential
Experience of working as part of a team and collaborating effectivelyessential
Experience of working with children/young peopleessential
Experience of working in a school or educational setting

Personal Attributes

Committed to promoting the ethos and values of the schoolessential
Able to maintain confidentiality at all timesessential
Highly committed to the personal growth and development of childrenessential
A strong personality with an ability to be consistent and firm when handling behaviour issues in line with the school’s policiesessential
Able to remain calm in stressful situationsessential
Able to use own initiative and take action as necessaryessential
Approachable and compassionate with a caring demeanouressential
Adaptability and willingness to work in different age groups if required
Experience of employing de-escalation techniques with children

Qualifications

Food Hygiene certificate
Diploma in supporting pupils or equivalent
Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths and Grade 4 (previously Grade C) or above

About Us


Brixington Primary Academy

Stuart Dyer

office@brixington.devon.sch.uk

First Federation Trust
Blackpool CE Primary School
Liverton
Devon
TQ12 6JB

Safeguarding Information

First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. 


The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are. 


All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.