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Primary
Assistant Cook
Ref: ELTNOV2513
Working Hours: 20
Working Weeks: 38.2 Weeks Per Year (TTO+1 Day)
Salary Scale Range: NJC SCP 5-6
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: 5th January 2026 (or as soon as possible)
Location: Hardwick Green Primary Academy, Tithe Barn Road, Stockton, TS19 8WF
About us
Hardwick Green Academy is a welcoming primary school in Stockton-on-Tees, serving a diverse community. We pride ourselves on creating a calm, supportive environment where every child can flourish. Our school values RESPECT – Resilience, Empathy, Self-awareness, Positivity, Excellence, Communication, and Teamwork – and we expect all staff to model these every day.
Working with us means joining a friendly, forward-thinking team in a modern building with excellent facilities. We value collaboration, positivity, and high standards, making Hardwick Green a great place to work and grow.
About the role
As the Assistant Cook at Hardwick Green Academy, you’ll work in our school kitchen alongside the Cook to prepare healthy, nutritious meals for our pupils. Your day-to-day tasks will include helping with food preparation, maintaining high standards of hygiene, and ensuring meals are served on time. You’ll play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and contributing to a positive dining experience for our children.
What we are looking for
We’re looking for someone with experience working in a school kitchen who can work efficiently as part of a team. You’ll need to be organised, reliable, and able to follow instructions to support the Cook in preparing meals. Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards is essential, along with a positive attitude and commitment to providing healthy, nutritious meals for children.
What we can offer
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Opportunities for development and progression
- Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Octopus EV Scheme
- Lifestyle savings
Working arrangements
The role is 20 hours per week which consists of four hours per day (9:30am – 1:30pm) five days a week (Monday – Friday).
For more information, please contact Alix Brown (Academy Business Manager) on 01642 677968 or enquiries@hardwickgreenacademy.org.uk
How to apply
You can apply for this position by visiting The Enquire Learning Trust
Closing date and time: Friday 12th December 2025 @ 12 noon
Interview Date: Wednesday 17th December 2025 (morning)
DBS/Safeguarding Statement
The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS