School Kitchen Assistant - Free Meal & Training, London

Week Commencing: September 2026

Salary Scale: Scale 2 (Point 3, £28,617 - Pt 4 £29,025 Full time) Prorated salary based on 20 hours per week term time only is likely to be between approx. £13,288 and £13,477, (dependant on experience, week per year and continuous service).

Working 4 hours per day, term time only on a shift pattern likely to be either 10.30 -2.30pm, 7.30-11.30am or 8am to 12pm

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our students & staff
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas
• Ensuring the correct use of all machinery and equipment at all times
• Assisting with the loading or unloading of deliveries and storing away
• Representing the school and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

• Demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels
• Be an excellent team player
• Have a committed and organised approach
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Be flexible to work occasional out of hours school events, you will be paid for working these
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

• A free meal on duty
• On site parking
• Professional Development opportunities
• A supportive and friendly work environment

Barking Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.