Cook

Saltford CofE Primary School, Bristol, BS31 3DW

27 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  29 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 30 hours 8.00am-2pm Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Full time salary = £26,846

What skills and experience we're looking for

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous catering experience, ideally within a school or college environment.
• Holds a current Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificateand has a good understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Has a genuine interest in food and providing a high-quality service to students, staff and visitors.
• Is enthusiastic, reliable and flexible, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Can work efficiently under pressure, prioritise their workload and maintain high standards at all times.

What the school offers its staff

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Saltford School, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

Eligible colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

Find out more about what it’s like to work with us at:https://www.futuralearning.co.uk/careers

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Saltford School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cook to join our catering team. This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role in providing a high-quality catering service for students, staff and visitors, while supporting the Catering Manager with the day-to-day running of the catering operation.

You’ll be part of a team committed to providing excellent food and service, maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene, and creating a welcoming environment for our school community.

About Saltford School

Saltford Church of England Primary School is a well‑established and inclusive Church school rooted in the Christian vision of offering life in all its fullness. It serves the Saltford community with a strong commitment to the core Christian values of respect, honesty and kindness, nurturing every child academically, socially and spiritually. The school’s dedicated staff uphold high standards within a caring and aspirational environment shaped by the Church of England’s principles of wisdom, hope, community and dignity

Saltford School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Cook, Grade 3.pdf - 229 KB (opens in new tab)

Futura-Recruitment-Pack-March-2026.pdf - 858 KB (opens in new tab)

About Saltford CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 417 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Saltford CofE Primary School website
• Email address: rsmith@futuralearning.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/saltford-cofe-primary-school-bristol

Arranging a visit to Saltford CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email rsmith@futuralearning.co.uk.

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