Lunchtime & Kitchen Assistant

Job introduction

We are looking for a Lunchtime & Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team. Part-time 10 hours per week, term time only working Monday to Friday 12.45pm-2.45pm

Salary NJC Scale 3 Point 7-8 Full Time Equivalent £26,403 - £26,824 per annum. Actual salary £6,182 - £6,280 per annum for working 10 hours per week, term time only.

Paid weeks per year: 45.05 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: As soon as possible

About the role

Patcham High school run an in-house catering service for our students, staff and visitors. We are looking for a reliable and organised Lunchtime Assistant to join our team. The successful person will assist with lunchtime duties, including operation of tills and cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas to provide a quality service for our students and staff.

If you enjoy a challenge and are interested in joining our team, please download and complete our application form from our school’s website https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/join-us/work-with-us/current-vacancies

If you have any questions or need an application form posted, please contact the school 01273 503908.

Closing date: Tuesday 16 December 2025

Interview date: Thursday 18 December 2025

How to apply: Where possible, please email your completed application form to Elise Holmes, Headteacher’s PA at eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk or post back to the school at Patcham High School, Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, Brighton, BN1 8PB
Please note CVs are not sufficient applications.

Telephone: (01273) 503908

Website: https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

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The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.