Permanent, Kitchen Manager 
27.5 hours per week, term time only plus 1 week. 
Salary: OP3 (£25,185 (B) FTE  pro rata (plus the living wage supplement - hourly rate £13.45)

Orgill Primary School is a vibrant, welcoming school where children are at the heart of everything we do. With a passionate and dedicated staff team, high expectations, and a commitment to excellence, we strive to provide every pupil with an outstanding educational experience.

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Kitchen Manager to join our thriving school community. As our Kitchen Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth running and managing of our school kitchen.  Your attention to detail and proactive approach will contribute to creating a safe, clean and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff and visitors.

Your main responsibilities will include:
•    Developing nutritious, balanced and appealing menus that comply with dietary guidelines,
•    Lead the preparation and cooking of all meals in line with school menus and agreed recipes 
•    Ensuring that food is prepared safely, efficiently and in accordance with health regulations.
•    Ensure that all kitchen and dining room equipment is used appropriately and safely, cleaned and maintained in line with manufacturer’s guidance
•    Maintain a cleaning programme that promotes the highest standards of cleanliness.
•    Ensure the hygienic disposal of waste foods.
•    To maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the school.
•    To undertake training as and when required.
•    Training of and supervising kitchen staff, including assigning duties.
•    Maintaining accurate records of inventory, purchases and meal counts.
•    Addressing concerns from students, staff and parents regarding meal services and ensuring a positive dining experience.
•    Arranging the catering and staffing for school functions and events, as instructed by the Headteacher
•    Placing food orders with 3rd party suppliers

We are looking for someone who has:
•    Proven experience of food service management, preferably in an educational setting.
•    Relevant certifications in food safety and hygiene, and the ability to manage and motivate kitchen staff.
•    Strong organizational and time management skills.
•    Effective verbal and written communication abilities for interacting with staff, pupils and school administrators.
•    Aptitude for addressing issues related to food supply, staff performance and kitchen operations efficiently.
•    Commitment to providing healthy, balanced meals that meet dietary guidelines and cater to student needs.
•    Ability to adapt to changing menus and any unexpected challenges.
•    Ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and cleanliness are consistently met.
•    Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and build positive relationships.

Orgill Primary school is committed to safeguarding its staff and pupils and the successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional references. 

Closing date for applications: Friday 18th September with interviews taking place shortly after.
 

Teaching Assistants
Permanent
35 Hours, Term Time Only

Salary: SCP 6 £25,989 FTE Pro Rata
plus £2000.00 BA SEN Allowance (pro rata) on satisfactory completion of probationary period

Start Date: TBC

‘To provide children and young people with autism in Cumbria, the opportunity to reach their full potential in life by preparing them for adulthood, so they may lead fulfilled, happy and purposeful lives’

Due to the continued expansion of our school and growing pupil numbers, we are looking to appoint talented practitioners to join our team. Applications are welcomed from teaching assistants across all sectors, we would particularly welcome applications from secondary teaching Assistants already in SEND settings or those considering a move into special education. Whether you already have extensive SEND experience or are looking for a new professional challenge, we offer high-quality CPD, coaching and ongoing support to support successful candidates to develop specialist expertise and make life changing difference to our young people.

 Our school is a specialist provision for ASC pupils. We provide education for pupils aged between 4 and 19 years who have a primary need and diagnosis of Autism and who may be suffering social, emotional and behavioural problems in mainstream Education. This is an exciting opportunity to join our provision and play a key role in the development and learning of our students.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:
●       To work under the direction of the class teacher (or TA leading the class in the short term absence of the class teacher), to implement planning and assessment, working with individual or small groups of pupils in order to achieve bespoke and tailored learning for pupil progress.
●       To support pupils to overcome barriers to learning, promoting the inclusion of all pupils by supporting the application of their IEPs, developing their communication skills, supporting them to manage their behaviour, developing independence and social skills and to take responsibility for monitoring/reporting on the impact of class based and individual pupil interventions.
●       To provide supervision and guidance and learning opportunities in all non-lesson based activities.
Specification
●        Teaching Assistant/Child Care/NVQ/ other relevant qualification (related to education is desirable) at a minimum of Level 3 depending on role.
●        A commitment to ongoing professional development.

In return for your hard work and commitment to the role, Branthwaite Academy will offer:
●        Competitive salary;
●        Local Government Pension Scheme;
●        The opportunity to join a supportive team to meet the needs of the pupils;
●        The support to progress and develop your career advancement and opportunities;
●        A fun and caring environment to work within.

Branthwaite Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to act in the best interests of our pupils at all times. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For further information or to apply, please visit My New Term.

 If you experience any issues whilst using My New Term, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with the school admin team on [email protected] 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils and staff, and of preventing extremism.  All staff are expected to share this commitment.

 Any offer of employment for this post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and satisfactory references.Branthwaite Academy is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our community ethos.

Application Forms are to completed on My New Term website 

Closing date : 11th September 2026