Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time - term time plus specified days
Advert Start Date:
08/10/2026
Advert End Date:
03/11/2026 12:00
Salary:
£25,949 FTE, £5,989 Actual
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Atkinson Road Primary Academy, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 8XT
Further Information
Atkinson Road Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a Kitchen Assistant to start as soon as possible. The successful candidate will work as part of our busy catering team.
The hours of work are from 11.45am to 1.45pm, Monday to Friday working 10 hours per week, term time only.
Atkinson Road Primary Academy, a member of Laidlaw Schools Trust, is deeply rooted in its local community and proud of the strong partnerships it has built with families and local organisations. We excel in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where every child feels supported to achieve their best. Our commitment to community engagement goes beyond the classroom, with initiatives that bring families together and strengthen the bonds between school and neighbourhood. This collaborative approach ensures pupils thrive academically and personally, while fostering a sense of belonging and pride.
Laidlaw Schools Trust is leading the way in redefining education. We are committed to empowering every child to succeed and every colleague to thrive. Innovation is at the heart of what we do. Every student and teacher receives an iPad, unlocking new ways to teach, learn, and collaborate. This cutting-edge approach ensures our classrooms are dynamic, inclusive, and future-focused, giving you the tools to deliver outstanding education and inspire creativity.
By joining Laidlaw Schools Trust, you become part of a community that values ambition, bravery, and curiosity. We invest in your professional development through clear reward and development pathways, helping you excel and gain skills beyond those offered by other organisations.
At Laidlaw Schools Trust we appreciate the amazing work that our people do every day and like to reward our staff through benefits that are mentally, physically and financially rewarding. Please visit: https://www.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/120/benefits
The full job description and person specification for this role are available as attached supporting documents. If you are interested in this post, please click apply now and complete our online application form.
If you require assistance with your application, please contact:
recruitment@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk
Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 3 November 2026
Interview date to be confirmed.
We are an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their commitment to children’s safeguarding. All successful appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a range of other pre-employment recruitment checks.
For shortlisted candidates, we will conduct an online search as part of our screening.