Kitchen Assistant part time temporary 
Start date: 2nd September 2026 for 1 year initially due to pupil numbers

An opportunity has arisen for a friendly & enthusiastic individual to join our Kitchen Team. This is a term time only role for 38 weeks, 16 hours each week over 5 days. OPI 1 £24,413 pro-rata, per annum - £12.65 per hour (plus the UK Living Wage)
 

Main Responsibilities :
•    Basic preparation of food and beverages (for example, sandwiches, vegetables and snacks).
•    Setting up and clearing away tables, chairs and equipment.
•    Cleaning of the kitchen surfaces, cupboards, tables and equipment.
•    Washing dishes, cutlery, containers, etc.
•    Ensuring equipment is maintained correctly.
•    Participation in training requirements.
•    The recording of food temperatures before and during service.
•    Other duties which may be assigned from time to time.

The ideal candidate will have:
•    Previous experience in a similar environment is desirable.
•    An awareness of health, safety and security in the kitchen.
•    Level 2 food hygiene and allergy awareness is desirable but not essential.
•    Ability to communicate positively and politely with a range of stakeholders, including young children.
•    Ability to work well in a team, be friendly and positive.
•    Follow instructions and work on own initiative.
•    Ability to adapt to change and take on different tasks as and when required.

This role is offered on a temporary part time basis, Monday to Friday, during term time and is subject to the applicant's eligibility to work in the UK and a successful enhanced DBS clearance.

Safer Recruitment and Selection
The school pays full regard to the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. The Governing Body will prevent people who pose a risk of harm from working with children by adhering to statutory responsibilities to carry out appropriate checks on staff or others who work unsupervised with children, taking proportionate decisions on whether to ask for any checks beyond what is required; and ensuring those without full checks are appropriately supervised. The Governing Body ensure that at least one person on any appointment panel has attended safer recruitment training. Any successful candidate will be appointed subject to Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references.

Application packs are available on the school website www.kingmoorinfants.com and completed forms should be sent to [email protected]

Closing Date: 27th July  2026
Interviews: 30th July 2026

Technology Technician

BS5 (£25,989 pro rata)
Part-time (25 hours a week)/Permanent
38 weeks term time only

The Nelson Thomlinson School is a high performing secondary school on the fringe of the Lake District in Cumbria, serving the needs of the small town of Wigton and its surrounding catchment area. We have a strong, academic ethos whilst recognising the comprehensive nature of our intake and constantly strive for further improvement with our pupils’ interests lying at the heart of all we do. Ofsted’s most recent visit in October 2023 highlighted our strong traditions and a school where pupils (and staff) are proud to live out its values. 
Required from September 2026, a well-qualified, flexible, enthusiastic and motivated person to be an integral part of the Technology Department, using their knowledge and practical skills to contribute to the preparation of materials, resources and technical support required for the delivery of high-quality practical lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5 Industrial Technology and Engineering. The role will involve a wide range of workshop-based activities including CAD/CAM, engineering processes, and the use of woods, metals and plastics. Responsibility for the routine maintenance and upkeep of workshop machinery and equipment will also be a key aspect of the role. Applications are welcome from candidates with a broad range of technical and practical workshop experience.

If you require any additional information regarding the post, please email [email protected] or visit our school website.

Please download and complete an application form and submit it with a letter of application to Mr DS Northwood, Headmaster via [email protected]

Closing date: Tuesday 1 September 2026 1.30pm
Interviews: TBC
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

NTS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and the Disclosure & Barring Service.