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* Kitchen AssistantNEW# Kitchen AssistantEmployerLocation: South Gloucestershire, South GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £24,413 FTE (Actual Salary: £8,985.83)Posted: 19th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 16th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1527398Job Reference: BH-TA-191225Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1527398* Share :** Join our Team as a part-time Kitchen Assistant****at Blackhorse Primary School in Emerson's Green! ****Start Date:** As soon as possible**Salary:** Grade 14, £24,413 FTE per annum (Actual Salary based on weeks worked and hours: £8,985.83 p.a.)**Contract:** Permanent**Hours:** 16.25 per week (Monday to Friday), term time only, excluding INSET days (38 weeks)**The closing date for applications:** 16/01/2026**Interviews are scheduled to take place on:** 22/01/2026**The Role:**Join Our Team at Blackhorse Primary SchoolBlackhorse Primary School, a proud member of The Leaf Trust, is a vibrant and inclusive primary school educating 420 pupils. Through our mission to build Champion Learners, we are committed to providing a thriving school through expert Tuition, Extensive Opportunities, Purposeful Practice and Personal Effort. Our school stands out with a strong educational foundation, and a unique and popular position in the local community supporting a diverse pupil body, including South Gloucestershire’s only Resource Base for autistic children and those with social, communication, and language needs. At Blackhorse, we celebrate outstanding behaviour, inclusive practice, and leadership excellenceThe successful candidate will: Ability to communicate effectively Two fully supportive employment references. Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and training. Willingness to complete level 2 food and hygiene certificate. Empathy, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. Flexibility and teamwork skills to thrive in a collaborative school environment. Experience working with primary-aged pupils in an educational context. A good sense of humour.****Please refer to the candidate information pack for further information about this role.**Fluency Duty**This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.**The School and Trust:**Blackhorse Primary School is a proud member of The Leaf Trust, a family comprising 14 schools (12 primary, 1 junior, and 1 infant school), all united in our common goal of creating outstanding learning environments deeply rooted in our local communities. We firmly believe in the transformative potential of education to enrich lives and foster joy.With a steadfast commitment to ongoing development and meaningful experiences, we nurture personal growth and pave the way for success in every aspect of life. Central to our ethos is collaboration; as a family of schools, we actively promote the exchange of ideas and mutual support among our staff, fostering a culture of shared learning and collective advancement.We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Blackhorse Primary School and The Leaf Trust.**We can offer you:****A Great Working Environment:** Experience a supportive and motivating workplace with a dedicated and hard-working staff team.**Professional Growth:** We are committed to staff development and offer excellent CPD opportunities. Staff can also take advantage of various apprenticeship opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge, allowing for practical experience and personal growth.**Pathways for Progression:** As part of a network of 14 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges.**Employee Wellbeing:** Our staff’s opinion matters to us, which is why we conduct an annual staff survey to ensure their voice is heard. Additionally, our Wellbeing Committees are here to support staff in the workplace. Support staff benefit from generous leave entitlement.**Financial Benefits:** We value our staff and offer excellent pension packages for both teaching and support staff. Additionally, take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and discount retail platform to help you save money on various purchases.**School Visits**If you would like a visit to the Resource Base please contact the school office.** How to Apply**All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Leaf Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, suitability to work with children and young people will be assessed during the selection process. All appointments are subject to comprehensive vetting, including an enhanced DBS check, employment and reference checks, and an online search.**Equal Opportunity Employer**We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups, as we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.### Blackhorse Primary SchoolPart of### The Leaf Trust