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Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy · Saffron Walden · Essex

Job description

We are a thriving village school seeking to appoint an experienced Catering Manager and Kitchen Assistant who have a passion for cooking and providing high quality meals. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who enjoy using their own initiative, as well as working as part of a team, to join us in September. Hours for both roles will be discussed during interview.

Our Kitchen Assistant will support our Catering Manager in the daily preparation and service of fresh home cooked food for our pupils. Experience of a similar environment would be an advantage, but not essential.

We are looking for candidates who:

  • Have a caring and positive disposition.
  • Have a commitment and passion to work with children.
  • Want to be a member of a creative and dynamic staff team.

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About this school

Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy

Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 4–11

Good
Pupils
145
Avg teacher salary
£46,657
Pupil:teacher ratio
20.1:1
Academy trust
GREAT OAK MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3LE

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Salary
£25,185-£25,583
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
13 July 2026
Closing date
3 August 2026

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