Dorset Council
Kitchen Assistant (fixed term) Talbot Primary School

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Talbot Primary School
Talbot Primary School is a large three form entry school in the Wallisdown area of Poole, close to Talbot Heath Nature Reserve, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. The school has fantastic facilities and a strong emphasis on both music and sport. There are over five acres of playing field space, to be utilised for both sports and outdoor learning, alongside a large playground, tennis courts and swimming pool.
Our vision is the children at Talbot will learn the skills and knowledge to lead a successful life. We strive to help children fulfil the characteristics of ‘The Talbot Child’. The Talbot Child learns the skills and knowledge needed to lead a successful life.
You will be joining a dedicated team that is passionate about making a difference and committed to nurturing the whole child. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape learning experiences that are creative, inclusive, and meaningful. We are committed to the professional development and wellbeing of our staff. We offer high-quality training, mentoring, and opportunities for career progression.
Talbot Primary is in the Greenway Partnership of Hamwic Education Trust (HET); a large, fast-paced multi-academy trust with currently 37 schools across the South Coast: Portsmouth, Southampton, Poole and Dorset. The Greenway Partnership is a multi-academy partnership based in Poole and Dorset. The partnership enables local schools to work together to develop a strong education for all our children.
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Role Summary
Talbot Primary School are seeking to appoint a Kitchen Assistant on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave.
This role involves preparing the hall for the lunch service, serving of meals, clearing of cleaning up the hall after service, washing up, emptying the dishwasher, cleaning the kitchen including mopping the floor. As some preparation of food may be required, you will need to be willing to complete food hygiene training via an online course.
We Are Seeking a Professional Individual Who
- Is detail-oriented with a ‘right first time’ mindset, completing work to a high standard
- Is a self-starter who is motivated to use initiative and has a good attention to detail
- Has experience of kitchen duties, however full training will be given
- Is willing to complete food hygiene training
Application Procedure
If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Debbie Bosley, School Business Manager, by emailing [email protected] to arrange a tour of the school. Potential candidates will be asked to bring their current school ID and/or photographic ID as proof when they visit the school for a tour.
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CV’s will only be accepted along with a completed application form.
Please note, we may close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we have sufficient applications. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to apply as soon as possible.


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About Us
About Hamwic Education Trust:
HET is fully committed to developing an outstanding workforce. We are a friendly and supportive community of professionals working hard to ensure that our schools are enabling children to grow and develop for the future.
We have talented staff working in leadership, teaching and support roles throughout our schools and committed professionals working in the Managed Services team covering education, safeguarding, HR, IT, finance and estates. This experienced team supports our schools and is responsible for the successful delivery of our multi-academy trust.
As an employer, we support our staff to grow through continuing professional development and there is a range of apprenticeships and other opportunities available throughout the Trust to extend your knowledge, skills and career prospects.
HET celebrates the uniqueness of our pupils, our staff and our schools and we aim for everyone to achieve their full potential through the pathways of opportunities available.
HET recognises that by valuing and promoting equal opportunities in employment for all employees and job applicants and avoiding unlawful discrimination in employment and delivery of services, we will be able to deliver first class education and value the differences our workforce brings to HET.
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