Job Description

Location:

Selby, North Yorkshire

Grade:

Grade AB

Salary:

7,213,12 (Full-Time Equivalent 24,413)

Working Pattern:

Monday to Friday, 3 hours per day (10:30am - 1:30pm) 15 hours per week 38 weeks per year (term time only)

Contract Type:

Permanent, Term Time Only

Responsible to:

Cook and School Business Manager

Staff Managed:

Kitchen Team







Thank you for taking the time to download this application pack and for your interest in the General Kitchen Assistant position at Barlby Bridge School. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and dependable person who can consistently demonstrate our CARE values in all aspects of their work.






As we enter an important period of change in our kitchen -- with our cook of 26 years retiring -- we are seeking a committed and enthusiastic General Kitchen Assistant to support our new cook and help ensure our pupils continue to receive a high-quality meal service.






As a General Kitchen Assistant, you will work as part of the kitchen team to support the day-today running of the school kitchen. This will include supporting food preparation and service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and contributing to a calm, efficient lunchtime provision for pupils.

About Barlby Bridge School

Barlby Bridge is a truly special place to learn and work. Our pupils are proud to belong, and we are proud to serve them. As a community-focused school, we value every individual who is part of the Barlby Bridge family.






Our dedicated and experienced staff team is committed to delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning, ensuring that all pupils make excellent progress as they move through the school.

School Visits

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school to find out more about the role and our school community.

Key Dates

Application Deadline: 9:00 am, Wednesday 4th February 2026 Shortlisting: Friday 6th February 2026 Interviews: Wednesday 11th February 2026

Key Documents:

& Person Specification



Application Form



Job Advert






We hope the information provided inspires you to apply for this exciting opportunity. On behalf of the staff and Governing Body, thank you once again for your interest in joining the team at Barlby Bridge School.






Warm regards,


Mr Liam Platt


Headteacher






North Yorkshire Council (NYC) are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.


We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.


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General Kitchen Assistant

Salary:

7,213,12 - 7,213,12 per annum

Posted:

14/01/2026

Closing date:

04/02/2026

Closing time:

23:59