Kitchen Assistant
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The Vacancy
Salary: NJC Grade A3 £25,614 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)
Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 20 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Monday to Friday)
Pilton Community College are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our school team. This is a key role supporting the smooth running of the kitchen, ensuring pupils receive a safe, positive and high quality lunchtime experience.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking someone who brings enthusiasm, reliability and a positive attitude to their work.
Essential qualities include:
- Strong practical skills suited to a busy, hands on kitchen environment
- Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with pupils, staff and visitors
- A “can do” attitude, strong teamwork skills and good interpersonal qualities
- Ability to recognise minor issues and escalate concerns appropriately
- Physical ability to carry out manual handling and cleaning tasks safely
Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience in a similar role or relevant personal interest
- Basic IT understanding for simple administrative tasks
- Industry relevant training or qualifications
Why Join Us?
As part of The Harbour Schools Partnership, you’ll be joining a supportive and inclusive community that values teamwork, quality service and a positive environment for both staff and pupils.
If you’re friendly, hardworking and passionate about contributing to a well run, welcoming school environment, we’d love to hear from you
This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 2nd November 2026, interviews will be held week commencing 2nd November 2026.
Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.
The Harbour Schools Partnership 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
The Harbour Schools Partnership
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.
Our Vision
At Pilton Community College, we are a successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive school whose student-centred philosophy demonstrates our commitment to enabling every student to achieve their potential by fostering a culture where students believe that success is for all.
We have a strong ethos based on traditional values which underpin everything that we do. Our high expectations always positively reinforce the highest standards of learning and behaviour, encourage students to show respect for themselves, others, and the world around them. The development of positive relationships and student ownership of all aspects of school life are essential ingredients that make Pilton Community College special.
We believe that:
” Your character and attitudes to others will determine your success in life alongside your academic qualifications.” Steve Jobs
The opportunities and support that we provide enable our students to develop these key characteristics and become confident young people who contribute to our local community.
Exciting time to join Pilton CC
As a school we are proud of the journey that we have been on and the way we have recently secured an ‘Ofsted Good’ grade across all areas. We have increased our links and collaboration with other schools both within Devon and across the country. A relational approach is at the heart of what we do, as we believe this has a long-term impact on the success of all students from across our community.
Wellbeing
Mental health and well-being are cornerstones of the school. We offer all staff a Worklife Balance Day. As a Trust we have adopted the ‘Mindful Employer Charter’ https://www.mindfulemployer.dpt.nhs.uk/.
Our ‘buddy system’ gives all staff a support person from across the school.
Core Values
The Harbour Schools Partnership believes that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of an organisation. Our core values are:
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