CATERING ASSISTANT- PART TIME

Headteachers: Maria Cachia & Lucy Macdonald

CATERING ASSISTANT
22 hours per week, Monday- Thursday
Part Time, Term time only
Annual salary  £12,218.30
To commence in November 2026

We are looking for someone with a positive ‘can do’ attitude to join our friendly catering team. Duties include assisting with food preparation, cooking and serving of meals and snacks and carrying out cleaning tasks within the kitchen and dining areas.

An understanding and awareness of food hygiene is required although training can be given, and an ability to adhere to health and safety regulations.  

You will be required to work Monday-Thursday 9.00am-2:30pm term time only. The annual salary for this role is 12,218.30 per annum, plus excellent defined pension - Local Government Pension Scheme

Hinchley Wood Primary School is located on the borders of South West London and part of the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership.  We offer:

  • family friendly term time working
  • competitive salary and annual performance progression
  • two weeks’ autumn half term
  • staff benefits & discount scheme
  • occupational health and employee assistance programme
  • free use of Gym at HWS
  • supportive team and professional development support
  • membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution.
  • 50% discount on wraparound provision fees for children of staff if they attend TDJS or HWPS

If you have any queries about the role, please email us at hr@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk.

Please note that the school is closed for the half-term break until 2 November. We will respond to all enquiries during the week commencing 2 November.

The deadline for applications is Monday 2nd November 2026 (9am)

Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership (HWLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Staff, Trustees and Governors have also established a code of conduct which applies to all members of the school community.

Job Pack

Page Downloads Date  
Catering Assistant job profile 9.23 08th Sep 2023 Download
HWS recruitment Pack 2026 22nd Apr 2026 Download

Any Questions?

To discuss this role further please get in touch - or click on 'Request a call back' and we will contact you
HR Team

Job Details

Reference:
CATERING ASSISTANT- PART TIME
Type of Position:
Catering Assistant
School:
Hinchley Wood School
Salary:
See Advert
Start Date:
November 2026
Closing Date:
02/11/2026 09:00
Note:
Monday 2nd November 2026 (9am)